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Aprenda cómo obtener permisos de desarrollo unifamiliar, en español.

Single Family Home / Manufactured Home

Learn how to get a permit for a new construction of a single-family house, a duplex, or a mother-in-law suite/habitable structures.

Accessory Building

Learn how to get a permit for the development of a non-habitable building, such as a shed or a gazebo.

Addition to Residential Structures

Learn how to get a permit for the development of an addition to an existing home.

Remodel / Renovation

Learn how to get a permit to remodel or renovate an existing home without increasing the square footage.

Driveway

Learn about the different types of approved driveways, and how to get a permit to build a driveway on a maintained county right-of-way.

Retaining Wall

Learn how to get a permit to build a retaining wall on your residential property.

Fence

Learn how to get a permit to build a fence around your residence.

Pool / Spa

Learn how to get a permit to build a pool or a spa in your residence.

On-Site Sewage Facility (Septic System)

Learn how to get a permit to install or maintain a septic system on your residence.

Solar

Learn how to get a permit to install solar panels on top of your residence.

Work in Right-of-Way / Utility Installation

Learn how to get a permit to work within the public right-of-way, such as to place water lines, sewer lines, electrical lines, and gas lines.

Can’t find what you’re looking for?

If you can’t find information about a specific permit or need help, fill out the Contact & Feedback Form. We will get back to you shortly.

You can also request a pre-application meeting to discuss any questions about your project by submitting a Request for a Pre-Application Meeting.

For other ways to reach us, visit our Contact page.

Development Services Contact Card

Contact & Feedback Form

Phone

(512) 854-4215

Permit Desk Hours

Monday - Thursday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Street Address

700 Lavaca
Suite 540
Austin, TX 78701
(Map)

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 1748
Attn: Permits
Austin, TX 78701

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TAX RATE: TRAVIS COUNTY ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR’S TAX RATE. THE TAX RATE WILL EFFECTIVELY BE RAISED BY 12.7 PERCENT AND WILL RAISE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS ON A $100,000 HOME BY APPROXIMATELY $34.51.