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Apply for a Development Permit

Gain an understanding of what to expect during your development project, and start you application process.

Submit a Subdivision Application

Learn how to get approval to divide land for individual sale or development.

Track Your Application Status

Log into our permitting platform to check on the progress of your application.

File a Complaint

Report suspected violations, such as a construction without a permit, objects in the public right-of-way, water quality & storm water violations, or illegal dumping.

Resolve a Violation

Did you receive a Notice of Violation and/or Stop Work Order at your construction site? Learn what steps to take to correct the issue and get back to building.

Open Records

Search for existing development permits, construction plans, and septic documents, or request information available under the Texas Public Information Act.

Resource Library

Access educational materials relevant to development in Travis County.

Travis County Code

Browse the administrative code and the regulations ordered by the Travis County Commissioners Court as they relate to land development.

Request a Permit Revision

Submit a revision request for an active permit. Revisions are only allowed for unexpired OSSF or Non-Residential permits. All others require a new permit application.

Request a Permit Escalation

Submit an escalation request for an active permit or approval application.

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.