Vacant Land ManagementInstitutional-Level Experience, Local Focus
We help landowners protect their property, avoid headaches, and stay ahead of code enforcement while they hold for future plans.
Vacant land still creates problems
Even when nothing is built, land can become a magnet for:
Illegal dumping
Brush and weed violations
Encroachments and unauthorized access
Storm damage and erosion issues
Neighbors calling the city, and the city calling you
You should not have to guess what is happening on your property.
Vacant Land Management built for owners who do not have time to babysit land
Risk reduction so small issues do not become expensive problems
Documentation so you have proof of condition and action
Fast coordination so violations get resolved without dragging on
Our process is built around three things:
A simple plan
1) Start with a baseline
We confirm property access, known risks, and the visit schedule.
2) We inspect and document
You get date-stamped photos, notes, and clear next steps.
3) We coordinate solutions
When issues show up, we coordinate vendors, cleanup, and compliance actions.
Vacant Land Management Packages
Not every landowner needs the same level of involvement.
Our packages are designed around how much responsibility you want to keep vs hand off.
Land Watch
“Tell me when something happens.”
This is baseline oversight for owners who want visibility without full delegation.
What we handle
Scheduled site inspections
Photo documentation with condition notes
Checks for dumping, access issues, and visible encroachments
Owner alerts when issues are identified
Vendor Referrals
What you still handle
Calling vendors
Communicating with the city
Deciding how and when to address issues
Best for
Passive or out-of-area owners
Low-activity parcels
Owners who want eyes on the property, not day-to-day coordination
Care & Compliance
“Handle it and keep me out of trouble.”
This level is designed to reduce calls, notices, and compliance headaches.
What we handle
Everything in Land Watch, plus:
Monitoring for common nuisance and code risks
Vendor coordination for mowing, cleanup, fencing, or minor repairs
Primary point of contact for code enforcement
Documentation for compliance follow-up
Quarterly condition summary
What you still handle
Approval of major expenses
Long-term strategy decisions
Payment of vendor invoices
Best for
Parcels in city limits
Properties with recurring dumping or violations
Owners who do not want to deal with the city
Enhanced Oversight
“Manage this like an asset I report on.”
This package is built for complex sites, larger acreage, and owners who need structure and reporting.
What we handle
Everything in Care & Compliance, plus:
Enhanced documentation such as drone reporting for large or remote parcels
Property tax review coordination with owner-approved consultants
Vendor and consultant coordination tracking
Executive-style reporting for partners, lenders, or asset files
Priority issue tracking and follow-up
What you still handle
Investment decisions
Development strategy
Final approvals
Best for
Large or remote parcels
Family offices, trusts, or institutional owners
Pre-development holding periods
Frequently Asked Questions
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While this is certainly something we can do, these services are not what we are offering here. We are your eyes, ears and boots on the ground for your vacant land.
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Inspection frequency depends on acreage, location, and risk level. Most properties are inspected monthly or quarterly based on the selected package.
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Yes, with owner approval. We use simple “Managed Property” signage. This sign is designed to detour any bad actors through Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTWD) as well as give contact information and reference information to help with calls.
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Cameras and drone documentation are optional add-ons. When used, they are for condition documentation and incident records, not live security monitoring.
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Vendor work is paid by the owner. We coordinate estimates, scheduling, and documentation, but we do not advance funds unless a separate arrangement is made.
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We do not provide tax advice or file appeals. We can help coordinate tax consultants and have worked with many of them
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Our primary focus is San Antonio and Central Texas, with services available across Texas depending on property location and scope.
Why Work With Crossed Sabers
Vacant land creates risk even when nothing is built.
Our approach is designed to reduce that risk through consistency, documentation, and follow-through.
Crossed Sabers brings:
Experience working with investors, developers, and complex assets
A process-driven approach focused on inspections, records, and accountability
Clear boundaries between oversight, coordination, and ownership decisions
Local market knowledge backed by institutional discipline