Find out what you need before you start your development project.

Click below for permitting information and requirements.

Permits

• Building Permits - construction and mechanical, plumbing, electrical, irrigation permits
• Business-Related Permits - BYOB, Outdoor Music Venue, Sign, Temporary Use
• 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
• Right of Way Permits
• Special Event Permits
• Tree permits

Miscellaneous 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.

Permit Resources

• Expired Permits and extensions
• Fees
• Search Online for Permits (Use  this guide to assist in online search)

Other Helpful Resources

• Forms and Applications
• Commercial Building Review
• Residential Building Review
• Building Inspections
• How to schedule an inspection
• How to select a contractor