Inspections
Austin Development Services conducts inspections to ensure the safety of the Austin community. Development inspections include building, environmental, site development, subdivision, sound enforcement, and utility cuts. Code compliance inspections ensure that existing buildings meet code. Explore the following inspection divisions for more information.
This GIS map will help find the Code Inspector assigned to a particular case. Select an area to see assigned inspectors and contact information.
Building Inspections performs construction-related inspections for residential and commercial buildings within the City limits, and electrical and plumbing services in the extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ). Visit their webpage to learn more or schedule an inspection.
Environmental Inspections performs inspections on Residential and Commercial permitted site plans for temporary and permanent erosion controls, stormwater controls, critical environmental features, protection of trees and natural areas, landscape installation, and compliance with site plan requirements.
This GIS map will help find the Code Inspector assigned to a particular case. Select an area to see assigned inspectors and contact information.
Building Inspections performs construction-related inspections for residential and commercial buildings within the City limits, and electrical and plumbing services in the extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ). Visit their webpage to learn more or schedule an inspection.
Environmental Inspections performs inspections on Residential and Commercial permitted site plans for temporary and permanent erosion controls, stormwater controls, critical environmental features, protection of trees and natural areas, landscape installation, and compliance with site plan requirements.
Site and Subdivision Inspections performs the initial inspection of all public infrastructure on commercial sites and ensures the required site work for water TAP and right of way (ROW) work is in compliance with City requirements.
Sound Enforcement has the primary responsibility for the enforcement of Outdoor Music Venue (OMV) permits. Inspectors conduct routine inspections of commercial OMV and respond to complaints to determine if a violation has occurred.
The Construction Inspections Program is responsible for two types of Right-of-Way (ROW) projects — excavation for repair of dry utilities, and residential and commercial driveways, curb cuts, gutters, and sidewalk repair, installation, modification, or demolition.
Partner Department Inspections
Austin Water Irrigation Inspections
Austin Water's residential irrigation inspections ensure compliance with state and local requirements. Inspection requests can be made via the AB+C Portal. For more information or to request a specific time for an inspection, visit the Austin Water webpage.