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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Click here to view the online version of our 2011 Annual Report, or here for the pdf version.
To access Standards in pdf, AutoCAD and MicroStation format, click here. You can use the table of contents to locate details by name. This is a temporary location for the standards while the publisher sets up their site to provide all formats.
To access Specifications, you can access the publisher's website here. All other Criteria Manuals and the City Code are also available on the publisher’s website.
Bicycle Program
Click here for our 2011 and 2012 Pedestrain Project List (pdf). You can also visit our Pedestrian Program page for more information.
Please click here to view a copy of the approved Bicycle Master Plan. For additional info, contact our Bicycle Program staff or visit our Bicycle Program page.
For your convenience, our map is sold at various bicycle shops around town, but our Bicycle Program staff would also be happy to provide you with a map! Simply visit our office at 505 Barton Springs Road, Suite 700 to get your very own copy. We are also offering water and rip-proof maps for a $5 charge! Contact our bicycle staff for additional info.
Neighborhood Partnering Program
Created by the Austin City Council, the Neighborhood Partnering Program provides opportunities for community and neighborhood organizations to effect public improvements by sharing in the costs of those efforts with the City of Austin government.
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All projects must be done on City-owned property or in City right of way.
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Qualified applicants include:
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A Neighborhood Association registered with the City of Austin, including subgroups endorsed by the parent organization
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A Neighborhood Plan Contact Team
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A Community-based organization
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Educational, ethnic, or religious organizations
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The City allows many different types of projects, some examples are:
- beautification/landscaping
- neighborhood park improvements
- neighborhood clean-up
- traffic calming
- sign toppers
- safety equipment
A Cost-Shared Project is one in which the City allows the applicant to share the actual cost. Cost sharing can be achieved through:
- Cash contributions
- In-kind contributions (established at market value)
- Donated labor (sweat-equity)
A Grant Assistance Project is one in which the City applicants apply for matching funds for external grant opportunities.
| Project Type | Cost Range for Total Project Cost | Neighborhood Share Portion |
|---|---|---|
| Small | $75,000 or less | 40% |
| Medium | $75,000 - $150,000 | 25% |
| GAP | Case by Case | Case by Case |
Pedestrian
Click here for the approved Sidewalk Master Plan (pdf). For additional resources and information about City of Austin sidewalks, visit our Pedestrian Program page.
Click here for our 2011 and 2012 Pedestrain Project List (pdf). You can also visit our Pedestrian Program page for more information.
Street and Bridge
Please click here to view our Protected Streets List.
Just call 3-1-1 (512-974-2000 outside of Austin) or visit 311's customer service page to make your request.
