Permits

The Development Services Department (DSD) issues various types of permits. See list below for permits issued by DSD and other City Departments.

Permitting information and requirements are listed below.

Building Permits - Building construction and Trade Permits (mechanical, plumbing, electrical, irrigation)
Business-Related Permits - Outdoor Music Venue, BYOB, Sign, Mobile Retail, Temporary Use See Development Assistance Center for information
Contractor and trade permits - electrical, mechanical, plumbing, irrigation contractors
Demolition and relocation permits - commercial and residential structures
Permits required for historical properties
Pools and Spas (this link will direct you to the Health and Human Services Department)
- View Submittal requirements for Commercial Pools/Spas
- View Application for Residential Pool and/or Uncovered Deck Permit Application
Right of Way Permits (this link will direct you to the Austin Transportation Department
Special Event Permits (this link will direct you to the Austin Center for Events)
Tree permits

After Hours Concrete Pouring (Central Business District only)
Barton Springs Zone Annual Operating Permit - Water quality controls, i.e., sedimentation/filtration pond, retention/re-irrigation systems, etc. for commercial and or multi-family sites.
Hazardous Materials Storage Permit
Temporary Use Permit
Underground Storage Tank - Sites with an underground storage tank, located within the city limits and within a water supply or aquifer related watershed.

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