News
Flood Recovery Federal Loans Available
March 12, 2019
Debris Removal Information
November 14, 2018
Pickup of flood related debris will continue through November 30, 2018.
Household Hazardous Waste Facility Quick Reference (Spanish)
Debris Clean-up After Flood: Natural Resources and Environmental Quality Recommendations
Repairs Due to Flood Damage in the 2018 Lake Travis Flood
November 8, 2018
Please remember that all repairs to flood-damaged homes need to have a permit.
To obtain a permit please:
- Apply for a permit at MyPermitNow.org
- Upload the electronic fillable Residential Checklist
- Upload a contractors bid for the repairs
- If you would like to have the permit fee waived please fill out the Development Permit Waiver and have it notarized. Then upload the Development Permit Waiver with your application
Multi-agency Resource Center Open November 5 and 7
November 3, 2018
This Monday and Wednesday, a multi-agency resource center will be available with free services and resources for residents affected by recent flooding in the Lake Travis area. Read more.
Travis County Flooding Assistance
October 29, 2018
The Red Cross continues to assist those affected by the devastating floods that caused severe damage throughout the Texas Hill Country. Read more.
City Boil Water Notice Lifted
October 28, 2018
Austin Water lifted the boil water notice on Oct. 28, 2018. Customers no longer need to boil water used for drinking, cooking and making ice. Water quality testing submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has confirmed that tap water meets all regulatory standards and is safe for human consumption. Read more for Frequently Asked Questions.
County Officials Continue Damage Assessment Around Lake Travis
October 25, 2018
Residents within the affected areas remain our greatest concern. This has not been the typical flashflood event where we experience acute flooding, which drains off within a few days. Read more.
What to Do After Your Home Floods
October 25, 2018
For homes affected by the recent flooding, please do not forget that a building permit is required for all repairs on flood damaged structures. Read more.
Travis County Opens Additional Water Distribution Site
October 23, 2018
Travis County has opened a water distribution site at Circuit of the Americas. Bottled water will be available for our underserved communities, people with special needs, and those who are unable to boil water. Read more.
City and County Water Bottle Distribution
October 23, 2018
Bottled water for those with special needs, who are unable to boil water, or need bottled water for work will be available at five distribution sites throughout Austin from 7am to 7pm today, October 24, 2018. Read more.
City-Wide Boil Water Notice in Effect October 22, 2018
October 22, 2018
Austin Water has issued a city-wide boil water notice for all customers of Austin Water. The notice is being issued as the utility works to stabilize the water treatment system. The boil water notice will be lifted once Austin Water can stabilize the treatment systems. Austin Water will notify residents when the water is safe for consumption and it is no longer necessary to boil the water.
Read the Boil Water Notice FAQs.
Learn more about the Boil Water Notice and stay updated.
Austin Water emite un aviso de hervir el agua para la ciudad
