Today, the San Antonio City Council approved the construction of a $163M Consolidated Rental Car Facility (or CONRAC) at San Antonio International Airport. The project, which is being funded through a Customer Facility Charge (CFC), paid only by individuals renting a vehicle at airport, is expected to open March 2018 with the public levels set to open at an earlier date. Construction begins this summer.
“San Antonio International plays a critical role in our economy. Improvements like this are critical to addressing customer needs and positioning the airport for future success,” said San Antonio Mayor Ivy R. Taylor.
The facility provides for short-term public parking, replacing the airport’s 30-year Hourly Parking Garage. For rental car customers, the CONRAC provides a conveniently located customer service center housing up to 13 car rental brands, facilitating more efficient customer transactions including vehicle pickup and return, as well as a “Quick Turn Around” facility for rental companies.
Located directly across from the airport terminals, the facility will be accessible via a pedestrian sky bridge. To make room for the CONRAC, the hourly parking garage will be closed and demolished and hourly parking will be temporarily relocated. Free shuttle bus service will be provided to and from all SAT’s parking options.
"Travelers using the Consolidated Rental Car Facility will enjoy a more convenient experience as they travel to and from SAT," said Aviation Director Frank R. Miller. “The new facility will reduce traffic congestion around the airport and will make it easier for customers who park at the airport.”
No taxes or City General Funds will be used to fund the project. The new rental car facility will be funded through a Customer Facility Charge (CFC), paid ONLY by individuals renting a vehicle at airport.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS:
- 1.5 million square feet seven-story facility
- Levels 1 and 2 short-term public parking
- Levels 3 – 7 designated for CONRAC usage
- Customer Service Lobby with up to 13 car rental companies
- Approximately 2,600 Ready/return spaces
- Quick-Turn-Around facility with for fueling, vacuuming, washing and light maintenance.