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Brooks Development Authority Challenges ICE Lease for San Antonio Office Space

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The Brooks Development Authority is taking action to prevent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement from opening offices at a former Air Force base. The authority alleges that the sub-leasing arrangement with the federal government violates an existing lease agreement. Brooks officials confirmed they issued a formal notice of default to BOZ III-WatersEdge, the entity controlling the office building.

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The dispute centers on the use of commercial real estate at the Brooks property, which includes two 15-year leases worth $51 million for 75,000 square feet. Brooks contends that the proposed use for federal immigration hearings is not permitted under its agreement.

CEO Brooks communicated with Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones on October 12, 2026.

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Who's involved

  • BrooksThe Brooks Development Authority, which is challenging the lease terms for the property.
  • Gina Ortiz JonesThe Mayor of San Antonio, who communicated with Brooks leadership regarding leases.
  • ICEU.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, which sought to open federal immigration-related legal offices at the site.

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