The Transportation and Public Works Department, Office of Special Events team, oversees the right of way, such as streets, sidewalks, and alleys. We issue permits for sporting and creative events, such as festivals, cultural arts, and block parties. The department provides a case manager for each event to interact and coordinate between affected parties, enforces laws and regulations of the right of way, reviews traffic control plans, and prioritizes mobility.
Some examples of permitted uses are:
Please review the linked Transportation and Public Works Street Event Permit Types and Fees presentation for additional information or visit the Austin Center for Events Event Permit Guide.
Contact Transportation and Public Works Department, Office of Special Events at TransportationSpecialEvents@austintexas.gov or 512-974-6501
Guiding Documents:
Ordinance 14-6-4 - Temporary Street Closure for Film-Making Activity
Ordinance 14-8 - Temporary Closure for Special Events and Block Parties
Ordinance 4-20 - Special Events