Legal Questions & Regulations
The following organizations can assist with regulations, permits and basic legal questions. Please consult an attorney on any legal matter that may affect your business.
ASU SBDC
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Angelo State University provides one on one business advising and seminars to existing or startup businesses with basic legal and regulation issues. Can provide listing of local attorneys that work with small businesses on business formation and other legal issues.
Office of the Governor- Economic Development & Tourism
Provides website for state required licenses, permits, and regulations.
City of San Angelo Development Services Department
Provides assistance for new, expanding, or relocating businesses regarding building and fire codes, zoning and land use, subdivision regulations, and required improvements. Free services include comprehensive site analysis, zoning verification, and the Development Review Committee. The Development Review Committee meets on large-scale residential and commercial projects in all stages of planning and is made up of staff members from the following divisions: Fire Prevention, Planning, Inspections & Permits, Engineering Services, and Water Utilities. This Committee provides suggestions, information, and assistance regarding all development-related processes. Online tools provided for businesses include handouts which summarize requirements, interactive online mapping, and online applications. Development Services also oversees the North Angelo Revitalization Grant and the Downtown Façade Improvement Grant.
San Angelo Tom Green County Health Department
Provides information on food service, restaurant health requirements, training and permits.
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Provides information on environmental regulations to include air, water, and waste management requirements and permits.
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission
Provides information on alcoholic beverage regulations and permitting.
Workforce Solutions of the Concho Valley
202 Henry O. Flipper
San Angelo, TX 76903
325.653.2321
800.996.7589 (toll-free)
325.655.4649 (fax)
Concho Valley Workforce Development Board
36 East Twohig Suite 805
San Angelo, TX 76903
325.655.2005
Go to Solutions for Employers link. Provides information on laws and requirements for employers.
Texas Workforce Commission
Provides information on laws and requirements for employers.