Designed for developers
Brooks exists for the community. To promote new development and bring economic prosperity to the region, Brooks offers incentives that many businesses have already taken advantage of to grow their business into the next big thing.
- Tax-Free Land
- Opportunity Zone Designation
- Less Red Tape
- Build-to-Suit
- Ideal Setting
- Established Design and Development Standards
Why Brooks?
Decisions well made
More than 50 BUSINESSES have made the move to Brooks. With $1.34B in development to date, Brooks is filled with DEVELOPERS, INVESTORS, AND BUSINESS OWNERS who are taking advantage of all that the community has to offer.
1,308
Total Acres
5,300+
Employees on Campus
$700M
Development Currently Underway
Make your mark
With over 300 acres still to develop and many redevelopment opportunities available on campus, this is the chance for your business to be the NEXT BIG THING.
Brooks is growing and developers from all over the world are taking advantage of the benefits like tax incentives, convenient transportation, a ready workforce, and vibrant community. Join the growth and prosperity that’s sweeping South San Antonio.
Ready to get started?
Overflowing with economic possibilities
Brooks is a community where people live, work, learn, play, and stay, and it’s growing every day. Formerly an Air Force Base, Brooks is now an open campus with a mission to benefit the economic development of the surrounding region and preserve our rich history. Now home to more than 50 businesses, the Brooks region is predicted to support more than 19,000 direct and indirect jobs by 2024.
250
Acres Still to Develop
$975.6M
Current Value
6,500
Future Employees
A Vision as BIG as Texas
Location is everything
Sunny San Antonio
Brooks is located on the South Side of San Antonio, Texas, just minutes from downtown and the beautiful San Antonio River. With more than 200 days of sunshine per year, low cost of living and doing business, and historical and cultural landmarks around every corner, the quality of life in San Antonio can’t be beat.
Number 1 region for numerical population growth from 2020-2021
Nearly 500,000 residents added to the region between 2010-2020
Projected regional population of almost 4 million by 2040
BIG things are happening
There’s always something to be excited about at Brooks. Stay up-to-date on the latest news.
The Japanese company that makes 60-ton plastics machines has expanded its San Antonio factory
November 29, 2024
Nissei Plastics manufacturer at is planning a $13 million expansion of its factory at Brooks. The San Antonio factory that makes the…
Brooks: From Air Force Base to Economic Powerhouse
September 4, 2024
$1.34 Billion Invested, More Than 300 Acres Remain to Develop What began as a decommissioned military base has evolved into a national model…
‘The Beast’: At Brooks, human centrifuge is still spinning after 61 years
September 2, 2024
It’s trained thousands of aviators about the dangers of high gravitational forces. The booming commercial space industry could keep it in…
Brooks Receives Federal Funding to Install EV Chargers
August 29, 2024
24 chargers will be installed at three sites across Brooks The Brooks Development Authority has received $1.7 million in federal funding to…
Brooks development on South Side to add first affordable housing projects
July 5, 2024
Land near the Mission Trail Baptist Hospital at Brooks will be developed into new affordable housing complexes When Leo Gomez took the job…
Brooks’ strategy to pack in restaurant chains, franchises pays off for Southeast Side
May 12, 2024
La Picosa at Brooks is a new shopping center that includes popular franchises such as Crumbl, Dave’s Hot Chicken and Jersey Mike’s.…
Brooks to connect Salado Creek to Mission Reach trail system
February 1, 2024
The Brooks Green Loop awarded $9.3M by the Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization The Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization…
A Match Made in La Gloria!
January 18, 2024
Making good on his promise to bring flaming, mesquite fire-grilled meats to his La Gloria Brooks location, acclaimed chef Johnny Hernandez is pleased…
NRP Group partners with Brooks on $78M apartment, commercial project (San Antonio Business Journal)
January 4, 2024
As the Brooks Development Authority starts setting its sights on projects outside of its official boundaries, a mixed-use project at a nearby major…
Brooks announces 2024 Board Officers
December 14, 2023
The Brooks Development Authority Board unanimously elects first woman as Board Chair, and new Vice Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary One of San…