About Development Services

Welcome to the City of Rusk’s Development Services Department. This site is supplemental to the City of Rusk’s Official website and is solely intended for informational purposes only. The following information herein is simply an additional tool to assist in areas of Code Enforcement, Planning & Zoning, and Building Permits and Inspections. Please feel free to contact us at anytime at the number provided. If you need further assistance, you may schedule a meeting with the Director of Development Services to walk you through any portion of a process. Note: This is not to be construed as all inclusive or anything more than a helpful guide.

Code Enforcement's goal is to prevent the physical and aesthetic deterioration of our community. By enforcing the City codes, we can help you clean up your neighborhoods and maintain a healthy and safe environment.

Together, we can help reduce crime and poverty, protect the health and well-being of our residents, and help maintain property values. When you purchased your home, business, or property, you made an investment in not only the property itself, but you also invested in the community.

As a property owner, you can positively impact your property and community by adhering to the City codes, keeping your property tidy, and reporting those who do not; thus, preserving and enhancing your community for future generations.