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Storm Water Plan Review

Where can I find San Antonio Storm Water Design Criteria, Atlas 14 resources and detention forms?

The official Storm Water Plan Review is published by City of San Antonio and applies to projects in San Antonio, Texas. Use the official link below to access the current version directly — requirements and forms can change, so confirm the current version with City of San Antonio before any submittal.

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Last verified 2026-09-04 · VERIFIED 2026-09-04

What is this resource?

Storm Water Plan Review is a stormwater / drainage published by City of San Antonio for Bexar County. The authoritative, current version is always the one published on the official page linked above.

When is this used?

This resource is used in San Antonio development, permitting and engineering review processes. Whether it applies to a specific project depends on the current requirements published by City of San Antonio — confirm the current requirements with the applicable jurisdiction before any submittal.

What may be required?

Requirements are defined solely by City of San Antonio and are published on the official resource page — ALFA Engineering is not the issuing government agency. Engineering documents commonly prepared by ALFA for projects that use this resource include:

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Related FAQs

Do I need detention for my property?

There is no universal yes/no — local criteria explain the common triggers, and the answer depends on your specific project data.

ALFA can compare existing/proposed runoff and determine whether detention or another approved approach is needed.

Do I need a drainage study for my project?

Requirements depend on jurisdiction, acreage, impervious cover, outfall and floodplain conditions — always check the local criteria.

ALFA can determine the drainage-analysis scope and prepare calculations, exhibits and reports.

Do I need an SWPPP/SWP3?

Check the TCEQ and local requirements — construction stormwater authorization is commonly triggered at one acre of disturbance or as part of a larger common plan.

ALFA can prepare the site-specific SWP3/SWPPP and coordinate it with civil plans.

ALFA can prepare drainage and stormwater engineering using San Antonio's current plan-review criteria and forms.

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External government and agency resources are provided for convenience. Requirements, forms and URLs may change. Confirm current requirements with the applicable jurisdiction. ALFA Engineering is not the issuing government agency.