Important Notice: DSD staff will be in training and staff development activities on Wednesday, April 23. The Permitting and Development Center will remain open. Walk-in appointments, inspections, and other meetings will be limited that day, depending on staff availability. We appreciate your patience as we develop our skills and teams to serve you.
The Development Services Department 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.
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Code Compliance InspectorsThis GIS map will help find the Code Inspector assigned to a particular case. Select an area to see assigned inspectors and contact information. |
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Building InspectionsThe Building Inspection Division (BID) performs construction-related inspections for residential and commercial buildings within the City limits, and electrical and plumbing services in the extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ). |
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Environmental InspectionsThe Environmental Inspection Division 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. |
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Site & Subdivision InspectionsThe Site and Subdivision Inspection Division 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. |
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Sound Enforcement & InspectionsThe Entertainment Services Group's Sound Enforcement Program 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. |
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Utility Cut & Telecom InspectionsThe Construction Inspections Program is responsible for three types of Right-of-Way (ROW) projects — telecom and small cell; excavation for repair of dry utilities; and Residential and commercial driveways, curb cuts gutters and sidewalk repair, installation, modification, or demolition. Visit Utility Cut & Telecom Inspections
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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, email Austin Water Irrigation Inspections.