Welcome to the Cameron County
Department of Transportation.
Our department includes several divisions that collectively work together in managing the efficient implementation of all planning, design, construction and maintenance of the roads, bridges, buildings, and traffic control devices within the county. The Department also oversees all mapping, residential and commercial permitting, land development, engineering, and maintenance of County roads.
To ensure, first and foremost, the continued health and safety of all Cameron County residents through efficient and effective building inspection services.
Vision: To continue providing building inspection and site development review services for all private and public development within the unincorporated areas of Cameron County . One of the primary responsibilities of the Building Permits Division is enforcement of current building codes, to include all safety issues. Other division duties are processing and issuing permits for residential and commercial construction as it pertains to mechanical, plumbing and electrical installations. The division will continue to perform building code enforcement including procedures and notices of any occurring violations. To continue improving the quality of service to the public today, tomorrow and in the future.
BUILDING AND INSPECTIONS DIVISION
building@co.cameron.tx.us
1390 West Expressway 83
Ph: (956) 247-3500 | Fax: (956) 361-8278
Our mission is to serve and protect the public from potential health risks and environmental hazards by ensuring that new developments in Cameron County possess adequate water supply, sewerage disposal, access, and drainage and that their design meets established standards.
Vision: Our vision is to continue to review and approve plats, plans, and specifications while simultaneously enforcing Chapter 232 of the Texas Local Government Code, the Model Subdivision Rules as adopted by the Texas Water Development Board, and the Subdivision Rules and Regulations as adopted by Cameron County. The division will continue to inform the public regarding the subdivision process in order to prevent them from buying illegally subdivided lots.
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Subdivision Duties
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Recorded Subdivisions
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Illegal Subdivisions
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Rules and Regulations
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Subdivision Review Process & Approval
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Subdivision Review Checklist
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Recent Subdivision Status
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Warning to Buyers
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Subdividing FAQ
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Registered Surveyors in Cameron County
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Registered Engineering Firms in Cameron County
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Recent Subdivision Law Changes
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Construction Inspection
DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
development@co.cameron.tx.us
1390 West Expressway 83 | San Benito, TX 78586
Ph:(956) 247-3500 | Fax (956) 361-8278
Mission: It is the Mission of the Public Works Division to improve the quality life for all citizens of Cameron County through the provision of superior project planning, road construction & maintenance, and other professional services. We will attain our mission in an ethical manner providing satisfaction to our clients, the Commissioner’s Court, and the citizens of Cameron County while respecting our obligations to our community and fulfilling the personal and professional aspirations of our staff.
PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
MAIN OFFICE
1390 W. Expressway 83
San Benito, Tx 78586
Ph: (956) 247-3500 option 3
Fax (956) 361-8278
Public Works (Precinct 1)
2050 S. Browne Ave.
Brownsville, TX 78521
Phone: 956-574-8171
Public Works (Precinct 2)
7092 Old Alice Road
Brownsville, TX 78521
Phone: 956-574-8175
Public Works (Precinct 3)
26945 FM 510
San Benito, TX 78586
Phone: 956-361-8222
Public Works (Precinct 4)
26641 White Ranch Road
La Feria, TX 78559
Phone: 956-423-1878
To provide professional surveying and engineering services to all the divisions within the Department of Transportation. To promote a safe environment for the public by enforcing development and subdivision standards, drainage guidelines and maintaining the county road system.
Vision: To continue to enforce development and subdivision standards, drainage guidelines and maintaining the county road system. Provide professional surveys and designs for County road reconstruction and other development Cameron County projects. Provide general information regarding roads, developments and subdivisions.
Engineering Division
1390 W. Expressway 83 | San Benito, TX 78586
Ph: (956) 247-3500 | Fax: (956)361-8278
Our Mission: Mapping a county of more than 1,100 sq. miles is a never ending process, partly due to the changes in road surface conditions and the increase of new construction throughout the county.
Mapping Services: The GIS department also provides mapping services to the public and other county departments. Map printing services for:
GIS DIVISION
1390 W. Expressway 83 | San Benito , TX 78586
(956) 247-3500 office phone | (956) 361-8226 fax
Our mission is to provide the citizens of Cameron County with professional service at its highest level.
Vision: The Right of Way Division will continue to provide its support and services to all divisions within the Department of Transportation and other County departments as needed. Provide private and public entities as well as the general public with a sense of making them feel comfortable when contacting us. Continue to assist everyone in matters dealing with the right of way acquisition for the widening and improvement of existing roads throughout Cameron County, including the abandonment of roads, the opening of roads, road name changes and research of dedication of roads within the unincorporated areas in Cameron County. Also, provide and assist the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and/or other entities with the right of way acquisition for roadways to be assigned to TxDOT, for future construction, maintenance and/or operations by TxDOT, including bridge replacement projects.
RIGHT OF WAY DIVISION
1390 W. Expressway 83 | San Benito , TX 78586
(956) 247-3500 office phone | (956) 361-8226 fax
Cameron County, recognizing the significant emotional and economic impact of the 98,000+ traffic crashes and 350+ fatalities within the County over the last decade, has made a commitment to the Vision Zero goal. On August 23rd 2022 the Cameron County Commissioners Court adopted the goal of eliminating traffic fatalities and severe injuries on County Roadways by the year 2050. Through this resolution, Resolution 2022 R08073, the Commissioners Court directed the Cameron County Department of Transportation and County staff to consider safety the highest priority for County roadways.
Summary and guide of the County’s rules and regulations for development and building.
benjamin.worsham@co.cameron.tx.us
1390 W. Expressway 83
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 247-3500
carlos.sanchez@co.cameron.tx.us
1390 W. Expressway 83
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 247-3506
christine.reyes@co.cameron.tx.us
1390 W. Expressway 83
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 247-3520
albert.molina@co.cameron.tx.us
1390 W. Expressway 83
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 247-3505
ricardo.castillo@co.cameron.tx.us
1390 W. Expressway 83
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 247-3500
christine.reyes@co.cameron.tx.us
1390 W. Expressway 83
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 247-3534
Lee Lozano, Supervisor
LLozano@co.cameron.tx.us
510 and Farm Rd. 3462 | San Benito, TX 78586
Ph: (956) 399-6700 Fax (956) 361-8220
Dial 1 for building
Dial 2 for engineering
Dial 3 for public works