The City of Austin requires a permit for any person, firm or corporation to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, improve, remove, convert, move or demolish any building or structure within the City’s zoning jurisdiction or in a Municipal Utility District (MUD) if the consent agreement between the MUD and the City requires insurance of a permit prior to construction. Unless specifically exempted by the City Code, permits are required within the City’s zoning jurisdiction; in MUDs or for electrical and plumbing work in other areas outside the City’s zoning jurisdiction where City utilities are provided. A separate permit is required for each building or structure where work occurs. NOTE:  Non-structural repairs to a residence do not require a permit.

A permit expires on the 181st day if the project has not scheduled nor received an inspection.  A  “Canceled” and/or “Failed/No Work Performed” inspection result does not extend the expiration date.