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Development News Archive
Read previous issues of Building Connections, Important Updates, and other stakeholder communications. Subscribe to our email updates.
- December 2024
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Dec. 23, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 6,891 email subscribers and active permit holders
Dec. 13, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 9,077 email subscribers and active permit holders
Dec. 9, 2024 | City of Austin Gathering Input on Mechanical Equipment Noise Regulations
Sent to 5,134 email subscribers and Community Registry members
- November 2024
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Nov. 25, 2024 | Building Connections
Sent to 4,595 email subscribers
- HOME Phase 2 Regulations Now in Effect
- DSD Seeks Feedback on HOME Experiences
- Building Inspection Tips to Prepare for Winter
- Share Your Small Business Story
- Drip Irrigation Currently Restricted
- Survey on the Future of West Campus
- Scammers Target Local Contractor
- Strengthening Wastewater Infrastructure
- Policy Corner
- Upcoming Dates
Nov. 22, 2024 | Participate in a Feedback Session about the HOME Experience
Sent to 5,223 email subscribers
Nov. 19, 2024 | Register Now for December Lunch and Learns
Sent to 4,633 email subscribers
Nov. 15, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 7,024 email subscribers and active permit holders
Nov. 7, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 4,623 email subscribers
November Webinars to Offer Important Development Updates
Nov. 6, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 7,041 email subscribers and active permit holders
- October 2024
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Oct. 30, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 7,055 email subscribers and active permit holders
Oct. 28, 2024 | Building Connections
Sent to 4,644 email subscribers
- DSD Partners with AI Company Archistar
- DSD's Commitment to Customer Service
- Virtual Stakeholder Meetings in November
- Property Profile Outage Planned for Nov. 16
- Fall Home Maintenance Tips
- Daycares Exempt from Street Impact Fees
- Provide Input on ETOD Overlay Phase 2
- Expansion at Airport Breaks Ground
- New Composting Requirement for Multifamily Properties
- Policy Corner
- Upcoming Dates
Oct. 17, 2024 | Registration Open for Upcoming DSD Lunch and Learns
Sent to 4,672 email subscribers
- September 2024
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Sept. 30, 2024 | Building Connections
Sent to 4,648 email subscribers
- Update on Transforming Site Plan Review
- FY 2025 Fees in Effect Oct. 1
- Site Plan Lite Projects
- New Sound Assessments
- Adoption of 2024 Technical Codes Postponed
- The Future of West Campus
- Celebrate Code Compliance Month
- 2024 Roots & Wings Festival
- Austin Leads the Way as First ElectriCity
- Policy Corner
- Upcoming Dates
Sept. 27, 2024 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
Sent to 4,679 email subscribers
Sept. 23, 2024| Site Plan Lite and Infill Plat Webinar
Sent to 4,996 email subscribers
Sept. 17, 2024 | Residential Environmental Inspections Lunch and Learn
Sent to 4,695 email subscribers and active permit holders
- August 2024
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Aug. 30, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,262 email subscribers and active permit holders
Aug. 26, 2024 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,462 email subscribers
- FY 2025 Budget Approved by City Council
- Technical Codes Continue Reviews
- Update on the Use of A2L Refrigerants
- New AB+C Portal Launches
- Density Bonus Programs Survey
- Benefits of Construction Recycling
- Austin Energy's $2,500 Solar Rebate Program
- Policy Corner
- Upcoming Dates
Aug. 22, 2024 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,488 email subscribers
Aug. 22, 2024 | Reminder: Austin Center for Events Stakeholder Meeting
Sent to 756 email subscribers
Aug. 20, 2024 | Lakeside Environmental Inspections Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,522 email subscribers and active permit holders
Aug. 14, 2024 | Invitation: Austin Center for Events Stakeholder Meeting
Sent to 788 email subscribers
Aug. 9, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 5,501 email subscribers
Update on HOME Amendment Phase 2 Implementation and New Applications
Aug. 5, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 5,731 email subscribers
Reminder: AB+C Portal Outage Begins Thursday
- July 2024
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July 30, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 10,588 email subscribers and active permit holders
Scheduling Inspections During the AB+C Portal Outage
July 29, 2024 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,746 email subscribers
- Transforming Site Plan Review
- DSD Moving Email Platforms
- IEBC Open for Comments
- Code Interpretation for Pool Code Rescinded
- DSD Partners with ICC for AI Pilot
- New Parking Standards Impact to FAR Exemptions
- I-35 Cap and Stitch Survey Open for Input
- Fee-In-Lieu Methodology for New Ownership Units Using Density Bonus
- Updated Development Incentives Application for Affordable Housing
- Policy Center - New from DSD
July 26, 2024 | Proposed Fee Changes for Special Events Engagement
Sent to 791 email subscribers
July 25, 2024 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,771 email subscribers
July 23, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 5,746 email subscribers and active permit holders
New AB+C Portal to Launch August 12
July 23, 2024 | Commercial Environmental Inspections Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,770 email subscribers and active permit holders
July 15, 2024 | Austin Center for Events Update
Sent to 796 Austin Center for Events stakeholders
Austin Resource Recovery: Zero Waste Event Workshop on August 7
July 15, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 5,746 email subscribers
Updates to Site Plan Master Comment Report Template Launching Next Week
July 5, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 5,546 active permit holders
July 2, 2024 | Invitation: Help Envision Austin's Future Tree Canopy
Sent to 6,975 email subscribers and engagement stakeholders
July 1, 2024 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,767 email subscribers
- Transforming Site Plan Review
- June 2024
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June 27, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 9,618 email subscribers, stakeholders, and active permit holders
Proposed Amendments to International Residential and Building Codes Now Available for Review and Input
June 24, 2024 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,741 email subscribers
- Transforming Site Plan Review
- DSD Communications Team Wins Awards
- Learn about Proposed Tree Regulations and HOME
- 2024 Technical Code Engagements Continue
- City Council Adopts Land Development Code Changes for Housing, Transit
- Code Campaign for a Summer Ready Home
- City of Austin Gearing Up for FY 2025 Budget
- Have Your Voice Heard with DSD
June 18, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,471 email subscribers and active permit holders
June 11, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 8,818 email subscribers and active permit holders
June 10, 2024 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,775 email subscribers
- Transforming Site Plan Review
- May 2024
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May 31, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 5,742 email subscribers
June Webinars to Cover Variety of Development Updates
May 29, 2024 | Come Learn from City Experts About Environmental Inspections
Sent to 672 engagement stakeholders
May 28, 2024 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,740 email subscribers
- Transforming Site Plan Review
- More Time for Pending Building Permits
- Tree Protections Webinar Moves to July 16
- Technical Building Codes Meeting on May 30
- Feedback on Sound Assessment Proposal
- June Virtual Stakeholder Meetings
- Adopting a Smoke-Free Housing Policy
- Construction and Demolition Recycling Reminder
- Safety Tips Working Around Power Lines
May 28, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,560 email subscribers and active permit holders
May 23, 2024 | New Rule to Allow More Time to Activate "Pending" Building Permits
Sent to 3,413 pending permit holders and other stakeholders
May 21, 2024 | Lakeside Environmental Inspections Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,756 email subscribers and active permit holders
May 16, 2024 | DSD Limited Services on May 22 for Awards & Recognition Event
Sent to 5,737 email subscribers
May 14, 2024 | Invitation: Technical Building Codes Engagement
Sent to 3,156 engagement stakeholders and permit holders
May 13, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 8,718 email subscribers and active permit holders
May 9, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 8,727 email subscribers and active permit holders
May 8, 2024 | Update on Transforming Site Plan Review: Case Management and Review Processes
Sent to 5,744 email subscribers
May 6, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 4,218 active permit holders and other affected stakeholders
New Bedroom Window Requirements Effective May 20
May 1, 2024 | Update on Transforming Site Plan Review: Completeness Check Process
Sent to 5,246 email subscribers
May 1, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,576 email subscribers and active permit holders
- April 2024
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April 29, 2024 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,745 email subscribers
- Transforming Site Plan Review
- Building Safety Month
- Input on More 2024 Technical Building Codes
- Bedroom Window Requirements Effective May 20
- Formal Signature Process Update
- Transportation and Public Works Improves Process
- Webinar on Recommended Changes to Tree Protections
- Learn about Transit Supportive Code Amendments
- Webinars for Austin Small Business Week
- Virtual Stakeholder Meetings on June 11-12
- Austin Celebrates Tree City USA Designation
April 25, 2024 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,766 email subscribers
April 18, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,565 email subscribers and active permit holders
April 16, 2024 | Commercial Environmental Inspections Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,757 email subscribers and active permit holders
April 10, 2024 | Update on Transforming Site Plan Review
Sent to 5,736 email subscribers
April 1, 2024 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,748 email subscribers
April 1, 2024 | Expansion of the City of Austin’s Structural Review Services
Sent to 3,024 email subscribers
- March 2024
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March 29, 2024 | Invitation: Technical Building Codes Engagement
Sent to 3,322 engagement stakeholders and permit holders
March 27, 2024 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,726 email subscribers
- Transforming Site Plan Review Update
- DSD Operational Changes for Total Eclipse
- Technical Code Amendments Webinar
- Potential Residential Inspection Delays in April
- Feedback Needed for Engagements
- Equity-Based Preservation Plan Open House
- ProjectDox Coming Soon for Expedited Review
March 20, 2024 | Invitation Reminder: Sound Assessment and Disclosure Requirements Engagement
Sent to 73 engagement stakeholders
March 19, 2024 | Residential Environmental Inspections Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,741 email subscribers and active permit holders
March 15, 2024 | Invitation: Sound Assessment and Disclosure Requirements Engagement
Sent to 68 engagement stakeholders
March 14, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 8,345 email subscribers and active permit holders
- February 2024
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Feb. 28, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 3,499 active permit holders and other affected stakeholders
Reminder: Feb. 29 Meeting on Bedroom Window Requirements
Feb. 26, 2024 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,706 email subscribers
- Transforming Site Plan Review Update
- Rules Change Proposed for Expired Building Plan Applications
- Update on New AB+C Portal
- New Affordable Housing Newsletter for Developers
- Austin Energy Meeting Scheduled for March
- Draft Preservation Plan Available for Review
Feb. 23, 2024 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,725 email subscribers
Feb. 20, 2024 | Lakeside Environmental Inspections Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,754 email subscribers and active permit holders
Feb. 6, 2024 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,698 email subscribers
Feb. 5, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 5,676 email subscribers
FY 2023 Annual Report: Celebrate New Beginnings with DSD
Feb. 1, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 8,733 email subscribers, active permit holders, and other affected stakeholders
Learn about Proposed Requirements for Bedroom Windows
- January 2024
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Jan. 30, 2024 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,655 email subscribers
- Transforming Site Plan Review Update
- Director Roig in ABJ Top 100
- HOME Amendment Applications Begin
- Public Engagements for Bedroom Window Proposal
- Technical Code Amendments Coming in 2024
- Online Site Plan Correction Requests
- Commercial Environmental Inspection Lunch & Learn
- Update to Proposed Watershed Protection Rules
- Onsite Water Reuse System Webinar
- New LDC Updates Newsletter
- Austin Energy March Planning Meeting
Jan. 26, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 5,623 email subscribers
Changes to Site Plan Review Completeness Check
Jan. 22, 2024 | Environmental Inspections Team Expanding Educational Trainings
Sent to 1,142 active Environmental Inspection permit holders
Jan. 19, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,349 email subscribers and active permit holders
Jan. 18, 2024 | Important Update
Sent to 5,648 email subscribers
Update on Feb. 5 HOME Amendment Implementation and New Applications
Jan. 11, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,360 email subscribers and active permit holders
Jan. 9, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,363 email subscribers and active permit holders
Jan. 8, 2024 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,366 email subscribers and active permit holders
Jan. 4, 2024 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
Sent to 5,624 email subscribers
- December 2023
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Dec. 22, 2023 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,630 email subscribers
- Transforming Site Plan Review
- Service Center to Change Name
- Customer Experience Teams to Offer Wednesday Meetings and Chat Services
- HOME Amendments Webpage
- New Web Form Now Available for Residential Express Permits
- Updates to Parkland Dedication Fees
- Changes to Subdivision Review Process Take Effect Jan. 1
- Environmental Inspection Lunch & Learn
- New LDC Updates Newsletter
Dec. 8, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 5,620 email subscribers
Process Improvements for Subdivision Review
- November 2023
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Nov. 30, 2023 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,622 email subscribers
- Transforming Site Plan Review Update
- Winter Weather Preparedness Tips
- Service Center Changes Coming Soon
- New Site Plan Parking Requirements
- 2024 Drought Contingency Plan Input
- Dec. 5 Driveway and Sidewalk Info Session
- Dec. 7 Environmental Inspections Lunch and Learn
Nov. 21, 2023 | Weather Update
Sent to 9,342 email subscribers and active permit holders
Nov. 16, 2023 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch & Learn
Sent to 5,638 email subscribers
Nov. 8, 2023 | Weather Update
Sent to 9,339 email subscribers and active permit holders
Nov. 7, 2023 | Some Building Inspections Limited by Training Nov. 14-15
Sent to 3,691 active permit holders
- October 2023
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Oct. 31, 2023 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,615 email subscribers
- Site Plan Improvements Initiative Launches
- Public Hearings Begin for Land Development Code Amendments
- Inspections Limited on Nov. 14-15
- Council to Consider Revised Parking Requirements on Nov. 2
- Tree Smart Lunch & Learn Returns
- Amended Electrical Requirements Now in Effect
- Fast Track Certification Requires Renewal
- Property Profile Provides Info at a Glance
- New Green Building Ratings in Effect
Oct. 30, 2023 | Weather Update
Sent to 9,312 email subscribers and active permit holders
Oct. 27, 2023 | New Website: Transforming Site Plan Review
Sent to 5,604 email subscribers
Oct. 25, 2023 | Weather Update
Sent to 9,307 email subscribers and active permit holders
Oct. 20, 2023 | Weather Update
Sent to 9,304 email subscribers and active permit holders
Oct. 5, 2023 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,391 email subscribers and active permit holders
Oct. 4, 2023 | October Stakeholder Meetings Invite
Sent to 5,604 email subscribers
- September 2023
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Sept. 26, 2023 | A Message from Austin Water
Sent to 4,781 active permit holders
Sept. 26, 2023 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,608 email subscribers
- Building Connections Wins National Award
- DSD is in the News for Archistar Pilot
- Changes Coming to AB+C Portal
- FY 2024 Budget Updates
- October Virtual Stakeholder Meetings
- Changes to the Taps Process
- Virtual Session about Recent Legislative Changes
- New Law to Change Calculations for Parkland Dedication Fees
- Webinar to Offer Guidance on New Onsite Water Reuse and Reclaimed Water Requirements
- Environmental Inspections Lunch and Learn on Oct. 5
- Growing a Better Community with Expanding Tree Canopy
- Citywide Roots & Wings Festival Returns
- New Grant Available to Assist Low-Income Homeowners
- Reminder: The Development Process Team is Here for You
Sept. 26, 2023 | Environmental Inspections Brown Bag
Sent to 5,624 email subscribers and active permit holders
Sept. 21, 2023 | Tree Smart Brown Bag
Sent to 5,624 email subscribers
Sept.14, 2023 | Weather Update
Sent to 12,199 email subscribers and active permit holders
Prepare Active Construction Sites for Severe Weather
Sept. 14, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 5,611 email subscribers
Learn More about Development-Related Changes from the 88th Legislative Session
Sept. 6, 2023 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch & Learn
Sent to 5,627 email subscribers
Sept. 1, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 5,613 email subscribers
Legislative Impacts on DSD Policies
- August 2023
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Aug. 29, 2023 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,621 email subscribers
- National Electric Code Amendments
- New Commercial Plumbing Permit
- AI in the Development Process
- New Austin Energy Green Building Ratings
- Using Web Forms to Activate Permits
- National Preparedness Month
- One Austin Survey: Shaping Future Resilience
- Grant Funding for Historic Sites
Aug. 21, 2023 | Safe Fencing Update
Sent to 6,309 safe fencing stakeholders
Safe Fencing Regulations Now in Effect
Aug. 8, 2023 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch & Learn
Sent to 5,624 email subscribers
- July 2023
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July 31, 2023 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,613 email subscribers
- New Safe Fencing Regulations
- 2023 National Electric Code Updates
- Active Land Development Code Amendments
- Legislative Impacts on Development Process
- Water Testing on PVC Water Supply Lines
- One-Time Inspections Reminder
- Environmental Inspections Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
- Provide Input on Future Water-Saving Requirements for Landscapes
July 25, 2023 | Weather Update
Sent to 9,670 email subscribers and active permit holders
Prepare Active Construction Sites for High Winds
July 21, 2023 | Invitation: Environmental Inspections Brown Bag Lunch & Learn
Sent to 3,067 active permit holders
July 20, 2023 | Notice to ACE Stakeholders
Sent to 801 ACE stakeholders
Provide Feedback on Proposed Event Rule Change
July 19, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 2,642 contractors and electrical contractors
Give Feedback on Adoption of 2023 National Electrical Code
July 7, 2023 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch & Learn
Sent to 9,517 email subscribers and permit holders
- June 2023
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June 30, 2023 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,610 email subscribers
- José Roig Officially Named DSD Director
- Director Roig Appoints Leaders to Three Key Positions
- Assistant Director Rick Holloway Retiring in January
- New Contact List Improves Accessibility of DSD Employees
- Right-of-Way Services Transition to Transportation and Public Works
- Council Postpones Safe Fencing Discussion
- City Preparing to Adopt 2023 Updates to National Electrical Code
- Update on Proposed Rules Change for Expired Applications
- Roots & Wings to Return All Over Austin in October
- Trees Need Water, Too
- Weathering Another Austin Summer Safely
- Recycling Ordinance Saves Resources and Money
June 26, 2023 | Appointment of DSD Assistant Directors
Sent to 5.614 email subscribers
June 21, 2023 | Appointment of Building Official
Sent to 5,612 email subscribers
June 14, 2023 | Invitation: Brown Bag Lunch & Learn
Sent to 10,419 email subscribers and permit holders
June 14, 2023 | A Message from the New DSD Director
Sent to 5,615 email subscribers
- May 2023
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May 30, 2023 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,607 email subscribers
- Supporting Construction Safety
- Council to Consider Safe Fencing Regulations
- Proposed Rules for Expiration Dates
- Do I Need a Permit?
- Public Project Team Update
- New Service Center Webpage
- Beat the Heat with Required Breaks
- Watch Recent Stakeholder Meetings
- Austin Energy Securing Equipment
- Help Ensure Correct Address
May 19, 2023 | Invitation: Environmental Inspections Brown Bag Lunch & Learn
Sent to 4,820 email subscribers and active permit holders
May 19, 2023 | Safe Fencing Reminder
Sent to 2,849 safe fencing stakeholders
Meeting Details Now Available for Safe Fencing Presentation
May 17, 2023 | Safe Fencing Update
Sent to 2,849 safe fencing stakeholders
Proposed Safe Fencing Regulations to be Considered by Planning Commission Next Week
May 8, 2023 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,609 email subscribers and active permit holders
Prepare Active Construction Sites for Severe Weather
May 8, 2023 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch & Learn
Sent to 6,262 email subscribers and active permit holders
May 5, 2023 | Invitation: Virtual General Stakeholder Meetings
Sent to 5,604 email subscribers
- April 2023
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April 28, 2023 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,647 email subscribers and active permit holders
Prepare Active Construction Sites for Severe Weather
April 27, 2023 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,630 email subscribers
- May Stakeholder Meetings
- Austin Energy Green Rating Updates
- Updated DSD Homepage
- Building Safety Month 2023
- Upcoming Webinars for Austin Small Business Week
- Restored Forest Spotlight
- Air Quality Goals
April 18, 2023 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,656 active permit holders and email subscribers
Prepare for Intermittent Rainfall over Next Two Weeks
April 4, 2023 | Weather Update
Sent to 10,691 active permit holders and email subscribers
Prepare Active Construction Sites for Wind and Rain
- March 2023
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March 28, 2023 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,627 email subscribers
- Changes to DSD and Austin Code
- Executive Team Updates
- Emergency Permits Wrapping Up
- DSD Closure on April 24
- Weather-Ready Construction Sites
- Sprucing Up Without Permits
- Spring Tree Care
- Spring Cleaning
March 24, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 5,630 email subscribers
Consolidation of Development Services and Austin Code
March 15, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 10,695 active permit holders and email subscribers
Prepare Active Construction Sites for Severe Weather
March 10, 2023 | Invitation: Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch & Learn
Sent to 5,735 active permit holders
March 2, 2023 | Invitation: Environmental Inspections Brown Bag Lunch & Learn
Sent to 4,919 active permit holders
March 1, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 7,042 email subscribers and active permit holders
Prepare Active Construction Sites for Rain
- February 2023
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Feb. 28, 2023 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,639 email subscribers
- Message from the Interim Director
- Emergency Permitting Options through March
- Subdivision Web Form Updates
- Pop-Up ATX this Saturday
- Construction and Demolition Recycling
Feb. 9, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 5,765 email subscribers and registered electricians
Emergency Permitting Fees and Some Electrical Permitting Requirements Waived through March 31
Feb. 8, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 10,606 email subscribers and active permit holders
Prepare Active Construction Sites for More Rain
Feb. 6, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 8,903 email subscribers and recent electrical permit holders
Additional Information about Emergency Repairs
Feb. 2, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 5,643 email subscribers
Information Regarding Emergency Repairs
Feb. 1, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 10,615 email subscribers and active permit holders
City of Austin Extends Closure Through Feb. 2
- January 2023
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Jan. 31, 2023 | Building Connections
Sent to 5,650 email subscribers
- New beginnings for 2023
- Parking Changes Coming to the Permitting and Development Center
- Updated Land Use and Site Plan Applications and Resources Now Available
- Environmental Criteria Manual Updates Clarify and Simplify Tree and Natural Area Preservation
- New Web Form Simplifies Requests for Temporary Certificates of Occupancy
- New Parkland Dedication Calculator Now Available
- City of Austin BizAid Series Offers Guidance for Small Businesses
Jan. 31, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 10,634 email subscribers and active permit holders
City of Austin Closes Remainder of Jan. 31 and Feb. 1
Jan. 31, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 10,638 email subscribers and active permit holders
DSD Suspends In-Person Services Jan. 31
Jan. 31, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 10,634 email subscribers and active permit holders
DSD Offices Open Late Jan. 31
Jan. 30, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 10,638 email subscribers and active permit holders
DSD Offices Close Early on Jan. 30
Jan. 25, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 5,934 active permit holders
Prepare Active Construction Sites for More Rain
Jan. 18, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 5,665 email subscribers
Parking Changes Coming to Permitting and Development Center
Jan. 11, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 5,668 email subscribers
Water Quality and Drainage Review Changes to Address Impact of Staff Shortages
Jan. 10, 2023 | Message from the Director: FY 2022 Annual Report
Sent to 5,677 email subscribers
Jan. 5, 2023 | Invitation: Safe Fencing Design Engagement | Invitación: Reunión pública sobre las Regulaciones de Cercas Seguras
Sent to 2,900 safe fencing stakeholders
Jan. 4, 2023 | Important Update
Sent to 9,916 active residential permit holders
Limited Residential Building Inspections Availability from January 10 to January 13
Learn how to keep your home and your surroundings safe by visiting the Code in the Community webpage.