Building Permits in Austin, Texas
11,556 recent building permits filed in Austin. Updated daily from public records.
11,556 permits
Permanent Electrical Service for a New SFR in the ETJ
Replacement of complete existing central heat and air system with or without duct work
New construction of 2 story sfr with attached garage covered porch and patio 4/2.5 PUD
New 1-story detached carport with electric
Construct new driveway approach of 18 FT and sidewalk of 28 LF
Inground fiberglass pool with electric spa - no gas/no PP 2 coping
PB: New construction of 1 story SFR
New 5 story 104 unit affordable / supportive housing multi-family residential building with an integral clubhouse. SMART HOUSING
Renovation of an existing 2-story office building. The remodeled area is 8468 SqFt and the entire building will receive new flooring and paint. Exterior modifications will include new window film to r...
Express: Remove and replace 25 windows (like for like)
New construction single-family residential 1-story 3 bedroom 2 bath with attached 2-car garage covered front porch and covered rear patio.
Disconnect and Reconnect Only - ETJ Installation of a 200A Automatic Transfer Switch 26kW whole home generator additional grounding and type 2 surge protection
Replacement of an existing water heater Replace 40-Gallon Gas Water Heater Location: Attic
New SFR in the ETJ
New 1-story detached carport with electric
New Construction of SFR in ETJ
Addition to existing 1-story single-family residential to include: new covered rear patio; leveling out roof.
Replacing kitchen sink waste water going around east side 85 feet and tying into main replacing cast iron under front side of house tunneling approximately 8 feet under foundation to vanity 6 feet to...
ePlan: Residential Expedited Review - Addition and Remodel to Existing 1-Story Single Family Res. [3bed 2bath] Work to include: First floor addition new bed new bath [4bed 3bath] and modify driveway t...
Addition/remodel to existing 2-story residence 5 bed/6 bath
Austin's construction market is moving fast. Over the last 30 days, 4,143 new permits were filed across the city. That's real opportunity if you know where to look. Electrical work dominates the permit count with 3,535 active permits, followed by plumbing at 3,263 and HVAC at 2,136. New construction permits total 1,019, with another 514 permits classified as other work types. These numbers tell you what's actually getting built right now. The work isn't evenly distributed across Austin. Three zip codes account for a significant portion of all activity: 78744 leads with 876 total permits on file, 78704 has 791, and 78745 has 755. 78757 and 78723 round out the top five with 549 and 533 permits respectively. If you're an electrician, plumber, or HVAC contractor, these zip codes are your best hunting grounds. General contractors bidding new construction should monitor all five zones. Permit value varies across project types and locations, so you'll need to evaluate each job individually. The key is catching permits early. Contractors who monitor filings within the first week typically have the best chance of connecting with GCs or property owners before bids are locked in. Electrical and plumbing work make up the bulk of the permit volume, which means steady work is available if you're tracking the right data. DigPermit updates Austin permit data daily, pulling directly from public records. Staying current matters. A permit filed yesterday might already have three other contractors bidding on it today. The contractors who win consistent work are the ones checking the data regularly and following up fast.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find new construction leads in Austin?
Monitor permit filings daily. New construction permits in Austin average around 1,019 on file at any given time, with 4,143 permits filed in just the last 30 days. Set up alerts for your target zip codes (78744, 78704, 78745, 78757, and 78723 are the most active) and follow up within the first few days of filing. That's when you have the best chance of reaching the GC or owner before they've already selected their subs. Track electrical, plumbing, and HVAC permits separately if those are your trades, since those make up the majority of work.
What are the most common permit types in Austin?
Electrical work leads by a wide margin with 3,535 permits. Plumbing is second with 3,263 permits. HVAC follows with 2,136 permits. New construction accounts for 1,019 permits, and miscellaneous other work makes up 514 permits. If you're an electrician, you have the most work available. Plumbers and HVAC contractors have solid volume too. These numbers come from 11,802 total permits on file, so you're looking at a real, active market.
Which zip codes in Austin have the most building permits?
78744 is the most active with 876 permits. 78704 has 791, and 78745 has 755. 78757 and 78723 round out the top five with 549 and 533 permits respectively. If you're deciding where to focus your lead generation efforts, start here. These five zip codes represent the highest concentration of active work in Austin. Depending on your trade, you might find one or two of these zones more relevant than others based on the types of projects being permitted.
What is the average building permit value in Austin?
Permit values vary significantly depending on the project type, location, and scope of work. A residential electrical permit will be valued differently than a new construction project or a commercial HVAC installation. Rather than relying on an average, evaluate each permit individually based on the project details listed in the filing. The permit data shows project type, location, and scope information that will help you estimate the work involved and determine if it's worth pursuing.
How often is Austin permit data updated?
Austin permit data is updated daily from public records. This means you should check at least once per day if you're serious about capturing leads early. Contractors who check multiple times per week have a clear advantage. The sooner you see a new filing and follow up, the better your odds of landing the work. Setting up daily alerts for your target zip codes and trade types will keep you in front of new opportunities as soon as they hit the system.