Development Process Team

Supporting Homeowners and Small Businesses Through the Development Process

Need a hand navigating the permitting process? The Development Process Team is here to help!

Our team offers free support for homeowners and small business owners by:

• Providing information about the development process.
• Offering a single point of contact for the duration of your project.
• Connecting you with the right resources every step of the way.

Schedule an Appointment

The Development Process Team assists homeowners, small business owners, and renters with high-level process questions with proposed improvements to their homes or business.

Expected Appointment Duration: 20 minutes

Residential Homeowner/Renter

Schedule here:

• Development Process Team Residential Virtual Appointment

  • Spanish Development Process Team Residential Virtual Appointment

• Development Process Team Residential In-person Appointment

  • Spanish Development Process Team Residential In-person Appointment 

Small Business Owner/Renter

Schedule here:

• Development Process Team Small Business Virtual Appointment

  • Spanish Development Process Team Small Business Virtual Appointment

• Development Process Team Small Business In-person Appointment

  • Spanish Development Process Team Small Business In-person Appointment 

Or contact us at DevelopmentProcessTeam@austintexas.gov or 512-974-1040.

Helpful Resources

Here are some helpful resources for navigating the development process in Austin. 

Understanding the Development Process

To learn more about the permitting and development process, visit the Understand the Development Process webpage or watch our video series.

 Video: Understanding the Development Process

 Video: Conozca el proceso de desarrollo urbano en Austin

Do I Need a Permit? Get Started Here.

Want to know if a permit is required for your development project and who to talk to? Check out Do I Need a Permit.

This interactive guide can help you:

• Identify if Austin Development Services requires a permit or application.
• Determine the next step in the development process for your project.
• Determine the appropriate Austin Development Services staff who can provide further assistance.

Please note: Other permits and applications may be required for the project. Connect with staff indicated in the guide to determine all required permits and applications.

Commercial Resources

• Commercial Building Application Guide: Guides customers who are unfamiliar with the Commercial Building Application, with explanations of each field, from start to finish.
• Small Business Permitting: Visit the Small Business Permitting webpage for resources to help small businesses navigate the development process.
• Development Process Team Videos:
  • Commercial Development Process from Start to Finish
  • What to Know Before You Buy or Lease

Residential Resources

• Residential New Construction and Addition Application Guide: Guides customers who are unfamiliar with the Residential New Construction & Addition Permit Application, with explanations of each field, from start to finish.
• Homeowner Permitting: Visit the Homeowner Permitting Resources webpage for resources to help homeowners navigate the development process.
• Austin Is My Home: Austin Is My Home is a program within Austin Housing that empowers and educates homeowners about applying for home repair grant programs, signs of predatory investors, and tax relief tools and options. Connect to trusted counselors and learn more at Austin Is My Home.