Info Series
Info Series
Events
Curious about how development works in Austin?
Ever wondered:
- How to permit your next DIY project?
- What is happening at Austin Development Services?
- Why do permits matter?
- How does code compliance help keep our city safe?
Then our Info Series is for you! This series is for all Austinites interested in learning more about the services, programs, and resources offered by Austin Development Services. Each session features expert guidance from experts and gives a unique glimpse into your city services.
Register
Click the links below to join us for one or more Info Series classes. If you have any questions, please contact dsdcommunications@austintexas.gov. Can't make one of our upcoming trainings? Sign up for our email list to stay up-to-date on learning opportunities.
If you need interpretation services or accommodations for an in-person class, please click the accessibility icon: 
. If you are attending a Zoom meeting, fill out the accessibility questionnaire while registering.
Be a Good Neighbor: Resources for Building Collaborative Communities, Part I
Join us for a high-impact overview on how to strengthen your Austin neighborhood. You'll get practical tools from the Neighborhood Assistance Center, sustainability inspiration from the Zero Waste Block Leader program, and community-building opportunities from the Austin Public Library—all in one energizing session.
Register here: Zoom Registration
Be a Good Neighbor: Resources for Building Collaborative Communities, Part II
Join us for a high-impact overview on ways to strengthen your Austin neighborhood. Discover how Development Services fosters community engagement, learn how Austin Parks and Recreation's Community PARKnerships program can help you connect with and care for your local park, and explore how Austin Transportation and Public Works' neighborhood programs can bring your community together by transforming streets into vibrant gathering spaces.
Register here: Zoom Registration
Before You Plant, Make a Plan: Tips for Healthy Trees
Fall and winter are the ideal seasons to plant trees in Central Texas, giving young roots time to establish before the summer heat arrives. In this series, Austin Development Services will walk you through the basics of Austin’s tree ordinance, focusing on how mitigation planting helps protect and strengthen our urban forest. Austin Climate Action and Resilience will share practical guidance on creating a thoughtful planting plan—one that supports healthy trees, thriving ecosystems, and a more resilient Austin.
Register here: Zoom Registration
Previous Sessions
Check out the PowerPoints and recordings from our previous Info Series sessions on our website.