Protection Development Incorporated

PDI is a Texas Registered Engineering Firm (F-2816)
licensed under the authority of the
Texas Board of Professional Engineers (TBPE).

Contact Us
  • Home
  • PDI
  • About PDI
    • Vision, Mission and Goals
  • Our Team
  • What We Do
  • Careers
    • Working at PDI
    • Opportunities
    • Compensation and Benefits
  • Contact Us

Permit Coordination

    PDI Business Unit Leader

    David R. Emler
    David R. Emler
    B.Sc., ICC CBPE, ICC CFPE

    Vice President - Codes and Permitting
    Senior Fire Protection & Code Analyst

    Main phone: 210.828.7533
    LinkedIn Profile

The permit process can be frustrating. PDI has experience with the permit submittal process, common issues, and can coordinate with your team to help.

Whether your project is a major retail development, a new single structure, tenant finish-out, or remodel, let us assist your permit application through the City of San Antonio and surrounding areas. Our knowledge of the development process and code requirements gives PDI an advantage in assisting architects, developers, and contractors obtain building permits. We pride ourselves on having a respectful, working relationship with City of San Antonio staff. Our experience with permitting procedures allows us to alleviate some of the stress that accompanies most permitting projects.

We communicate with owners, project managers, architects/consultants, and the construction team to keep the project moving through the process.  Our knowledge of the permit review department disciplines also allows us to intelligently interact with the design team and City staff.  Once the permit is issued, PDI can assist with any plan review revisions or inspection issues that may arise.

PDI has been involved in projects such as hospitals, office buildings, churches, schools, hotels, restaurants, and retail centers.  Additionally, PDI has experience working with fast-track projects that require submitting documents in phases (site work, foundation, superstructure/shell, and interior finish-out) in order to maintain construction timelines.  Whether the project is a small interior remodel or a multiple building complex, PDI has the experience and manpower to provide the project with the attention it requires.  Our goal is to be flexible and tailor our services to meet the unique needs of each project.

Copyright © 2026 · Agency Pro on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in