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Development News Archive

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December 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

June 2024

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

May 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

 

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