Insider Expertise
Our team served in the very departments that review your projects. We understand the process from the inside out — what reviewers look for, what causes delays, and how to structure approvals efficiently.
The Team
Three former senior City of San Angelo officials. One shared mission: moving your project forward with the expertise that only comes from decades on the inside.
Charlie Kemp
Co-Founder & Building Code Expert
34 Years in Building & Planning
With 34 years of experience in building and planning for the City of San Angelo, Charlie brings unmatched expertise in building code review, fire and life safety analysis, and constructability assessment. He's guided thousands of projects from concept through inspection.
Rick Weise
Co-Founder & City Management Specialist
31 Years in City Management
Rick's 31-year career in city management gives CDS an unparalleled understanding of how municipal departments operate. His expertise in interdepartmental coordination and development timeline strategy keeps projects moving efficiently.
Patrick Brody
Co-Founder & Fire Safety Director
25 Years as Fire Chief
As a 25-year veteran Fire Chief, Patrick provides critical insight into fire and life safety compliance, inspection coordination, and code review. His relationships across departments open doors that stay closed for others.