Austin Transportation and Public Works Programs

The Affordable Parking Program is a City of Austin and Downtown Austin Alliance initiative to reduce economic barriers to Austin community members accessing downtown.

Automated or autonomous vehicles are defined in Texas law as motor vehicles equipped with an automated driving system—hardware and software capable of operating the vehicle without human intervention or supervision when engaged.

Austin's Bicycle Program works to make Austin an even greater city for biking. Our work is guided by the 2023 Austin Bicycle Plan.

Through the Neighborhood Partnering Program, Austin residents can work together to enhance the places they live, work and play. More than 80 community-initiated projects have been completed since the program first launched in 2010.

A Parking and Transportation Management District (PTMD) is an area where the City uses parking meters and other tools to help manage traffic and parking. These districts usually include busy places like shops, restaurants, homes, and entertainment ar

Austin's pedestrian program is focused on expanding our sidewalk network, developing pedestrian crossings, and implementing other programmatic efforts to improve the comfort, safety, and connectivity of our city’s pedestrian network.

The purpose of the Residential Permit Parking (RPP) program is to reduce the impacts of non-resident parking in neighborhoods with limited street space, particularly adjacent to commercial properties.

The Safe Routes to School Program helps children choose active modes of transportation to get to school. We aim to make sure elementary and middle school students across Austin can walk, bike and roll safely.

The Sidewalk Program is responsible for the City of Austin sidewalk and shared streets network. The work of the Sidewalk Program is guided by the Sidewalks, Crossings, and Shared Streets Plan. The Plan includes the City of Austin Transition Plan for