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Austin's Archives & You: Preserving City & Community Histories Survey
English | Español | 简体中文 | Tiếng Việt | اَلْعَرَبِيَّة | 한국어 | Français | हिन्दी | Português This survey takes about 15-30 minutes and will be open until July 13, 2025. We...
Ready Together: The Basics of Emergency Preparedness-Wildfire (2025)
Ready Together: The Basics of Emergency Preparedness- Wildfire (2025)
Our Future 35
The "Our Future 35" project, developed by the City of Austin, aims to create new public spaces over Interstate 35 by engaging with community members to ensure the design reflects their needs...
Featured Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Spring Cleaning: Home Maintenance Tips
Sat, Apr 26 11:00 AM
Learn important codes and resources to keep your home and neighborhoods safe, clean, and well-maintained during the spring season.
Building Under HOME: Small lot single-family (HOME Phase 2)
Tue, Apr 29 11:00 AM
Take an in-depth look at 'Building Under HOME: Small Lot Single Family,' part of the HOME Phase 2 initiative, which focuses on the development permitted for small lot single-family homes.Register at: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RMAaGyTCQR-4qo8g2Y1hBQ
Ready Together: The Basics of Emergency Preparedness- Wildfire (2025)
Thu, May 8 5:30 PM
Learn from experts about the 4 pillars of preparedness: make a plan, build a kit, know your neighbors, and stay informed. This training is for all levels of preparedness knowledge including hazards like fire and wildfire. We will be serving pizza and beverages. Please register everyone in your household that will be attending. Doing this will help us know a final headcount. If you are not able to make it email us at HSEMCommunications@austintexas.gov. Interpretation services will be available in Spanish and ASL at the event. Request another language interpreter by calling 3-1-1 no later than five days before the event or indicate what language needed on registration form.
Public Meeting for West Austin Park Water Quality Improvement Project
Tue, May 20 6:00 PM
Public meeting for West Austin Park Water Quality Improvement Project. https://www.austintexas.gov/department/west-austin-park-water-quality-improvement-project
Past Meetings & Events
Building Under HOME: Tiny Homes, Big Opportunities
Tue, Apr 22 11:00 AM
Discover the potential of tiny homes and how the HOME Initiative supports the integration of tiny homes as a housing solution, creating big opportunities in compact living spaces. Register at: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QbqMs3S1RVCd85ju8vrJ7Q
Downtown Austin Historic Resource Survey - Evening Session
Wed, Apr 16 6:00 PM
Join the City of Austin's Planning Department for an informational session on the Downtown Austin Survey, a project evaluating buildings over 45 years old to identify potential historic landmarks and districts. Funded by the City’s Historic Preservation Fund, this survey aims to document Austin’s architectural, historical, and cultural heritage while promoting heritage tourism. In this session, partners will provide an overview of the survey’s goals, how it may impact property owners, and opportunities for local and national historic designation. This meeting is open to the public and will offer valuable insights into Austin’s evolving historic landscape. REGISTER HERE
Downtown Austin Historic Resources Survey - Noon Session
Wed, Apr 16 12:00 PM
Join the City of Austin's Planning Department for an informational session on the Downtown Austin Survey, a project evaluating buildings over 45 years old to identify potential historic landmarks and districts. Funded by the City’s Historic Preservation Fund, this survey aims to document Austin’s architectural, historical, and cultural heritage while promoting heritage tourism. In this session, partners will provide an overview of the survey’s goals, how it may impact property owners, and opportunities for local and national historic designation. This meeting is open to the public and will offer valuable insights into Austin’s evolving historic landscape. REGISTER HERE
Zero Waste Block Leader Orientation - April 2025
Fri, Apr 4 6:00 PM
This orientation is required to join the Zero Waste Block Leader (ZWBL) program. We will provide an overview of Austin Resource Recovery programs and services, cover the program benefits, volunteer expectations and answer any questions. Registration is required.
Imagine Austin Speaker Series: Austin by the Numbers
Wed, Feb 19 3:30 PM
Join us for the latest Imagine Austin Speaker Series! City Manager T.C. Broadnax and City Demographer Lila Valencia will discuss how Austin uses data to navigate change and plan for the future, covering topics like affordability, equity, and mobility. Moderated by UT Professor Jake Wegmann.Reservations are now closed. Thanks for your interest.
Featured Surveys & Projects
Austin's Archives & You: Preserving City & Community Histories Survey
English | Español | 简体中文 | Tiếng Việt | اَلْعَرَبِيَّة | 한국어 | Français | हिन्दी | Português This survey takes about 15-30 minutes and will be open until July 13, 2025. We...
Ready Together: The Basics of Emergency Preparedness-Wildfire (2025)
Ready Together: The Basics of Emergency Preparedness- Wildfire (2025)
Our Future 35
The "Our Future 35" project, developed by the City of Austin, aims to create new public spaces over Interstate 35 by engaging with community members to ensure the design reflects their needs...
Great Streets Plan Update
2025-2026 Budget Engagement
The City of Austin is committed to an inclusive and transparent budget development process that utilizes resident and stakeholder feedback to ensure budget priorities are being met. Explore the site to...
Circle C Ranch Pilot Dog Off-Leash Area Survey
The Parks and Recreation Department is exploring a temporary off-leash area for dogs at Circle C Ranch Metropolitan Park. This pilot program will gather information on the frequency of off-leash dogs in...
Austin Core Transportation Plan
The Austin Core Transportation Plan (ACT Plan) is the long-term vision for improving transportation and mobility options in and around downtown Austin. The ACT Plan is a Small Area Mobility Plan of the...
Imagine Austin Update
The Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan is Austin’s 30-year plan for our future growth and development. Shaped by ideas and contributions from the community, Imagine Austin is based on our greatest...
Building Austin
Capital Delivery Services welcomes communities to learn more about projects that are reshaping local areas at our Building Austin informational sessions.
Our first Building Austin event...
Northeast District Plan
Cost of Service Rate Study
Thank you for providing input on our Cost of Study priorities. Your feedback will be important in setting rates for the coming year.
Active Surveys & Projects
North Lamar Transit Center & South Congress Transit Center Station Areas
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Downtown Austin Historic Resource Survey
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Land Development Code Amendments
The Land Development Code (LDC) governs land use regulations in our city, dictating what can be built, where it can be built, and how much can be built. It has undergone numerous amendments since its adoption...
City of Austin Animal Services Office Strategic Plan
The Animal Services Office Strategic Plan was adopted by Austin City Council at the March 27th 2025 Austin City Council Meeting. Future information about the plan will be posted...
Cultural Arts & Music Funding: Community Engagement
The City of Austin's Cultural Funding Process has administered grants since 1981 through the Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) authorized by state law. Managed by the Economic Development Department,...
Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (ETOD) Overlay Phase 2
St. John Site Redevelopment
The St. John Site is located in the heart of the St. John neighborhood on the northeast corner of St. Johns Avenue and Interstate I-35 (800 E. St Johns Avenue). With a rich history dating back to...
Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (ETOD)
Welcome! Thank you for your interest in Austin's progress towards Equitable Transit-Oriented Development, or ETOD.English | Español | 简体中文 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | 한국어 | Français | हिन्दी (function...
Equity-Based Preservation Plan
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Austin Resource Recovery Administrative Rules Update
The survey to provide feedback on updates to Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) Administrative Rules is now closed. Results are coming soon for the section on placement for collection, maintenance...
Past Surveys & Projects
Austin Energy Contractors, Builders, Developers and Stakeholders Meeting
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Congress Avenue Urban Design Initiative Proposed Funded Improvements Survey: Congress Avenue from Cesar Chavez to 11th Street
The City of Austin invites your feedback on the funded first phase of the Congress Avenue Urban Design Initiative which seeks to make Congress Avenue through downtown Austin a thriving corridor for everyone...
Administrative Rules Update- General Information and Single-Family Residential Collection
This survey is now closed.Austin Resource Recovery provides essential services that protect people and our planet.
Survey: Services for LGBTQIA2S+ Communities
English | Español | Tiếng Việt | 한국어 | 简体中文 | 繁體中文 | العربية Survey closed on August 23, 2024 - thank you for your responses!
Austin...
Meet the Police Chief Candidates
City of Austin identifies top two finalists for Austin’s next Chief of PoliceCommunity meet and greet to be held on Tuesday, July 23, at the Palmer Events CenterEnglish | Español |...
2025 Calendar Contest
Vote on your 12 favorite art submissions today!
Sound Assessment and Disclosure Requirements (In Person)
On this page you can register to attend our in-person meeting on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Permitting and Development Event Center (6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr.).
Feedback on Your Application Experience with the Economic Development Department
Español | Tiếng Việt | العربية | 한국어 | 简体中文 | 繁體中文 | Français | हिंदीThank you to community...
Drought Contingency Plan
Our goal:Central Texas is currently experiencing severe to extreme drought conditions. Record high temperatures and low rainfall over the summer have taken a toll on the Lower Colorado River Basin...
Share Your Ideas: The Potential Redevelopment Opportunity Next to New Convention Center!
The Austin Convention Center is seeking your feedback regarding a potential development opportunity that would be located next to the newly expanded Convention Center! We invite you to share your thoughts...
Meetings & Events
Upcoming Events
Spring Cleaning: Home Maintenance Tips
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Building Under HOME: Small lot single-family (HOME Phase 2)
Expand to view details
Take an in-depth look at 'Building Under HOME: Small Lot Single Family,' part of the HOME Phase 2 initiative, which focuses on the development permitted for small lot single-family homes.
Register at: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RMAaGyTCQR-4qo8g2Y1hBQ
Ready Together: The Basics of Emergency Preparedness- Wildfire (2025)
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Learn from experts about the 4 pillars of preparedness: make a plan, build a kit, know your neighbors, and stay informed. This training is for all levels of preparedness knowledge including hazards like fire and wildfire.
We will be serving pizza and beverages. Please register everyone in your household that will be attending. Doing this will help us know a final headcount. If you are not able to make it email us at HSEMCommunications@austintexas.gov.
Interpretation services will be available in Spanish and ASL at the event. Request another language interpreter by calling 3-1-1 no later than five days before the event or indicate what language needed on registration form.
Public Meeting for West Austin Park Water Quality Improvement Project
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Past Events
Building Under HOME: Tiny Homes, Big Opportunities
Expand to view details
Discover the potential of tiny homes and how the HOME Initiative supports the integration of tiny homes as a housing solution, creating big opportunities in compact living spaces.
Register at: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QbqMs3S1RVCd85ju8vrJ7Q
Downtown Austin Historic Resource Survey - Evening Session
Expand to view details
Join the City of Austin's Planning Department for an informational session on the Downtown Austin Survey, a project evaluating buildings over 45 years old to identify potential historic landmarks and districts. Funded by the City’s Historic Preservation Fund, this survey aims to document Austin’s architectural, historical, and cultural heritage while promoting heritage tourism. In this session, partners will provide an overview of the survey’s goals, how it may impact property owners, and opportunities for local and national historic designation. This meeting is open to the public and will offer valuable insights into Austin’s evolving historic landscape. REGISTER HERE
Downtown Austin Historic Resources Survey - Noon Session
Expand to view details
Join the City of Austin's Planning Department for an informational session on the Downtown Austin Survey, a project evaluating buildings over 45 years old to identify potential historic landmarks and districts. Funded by the City’s Historic Preservation Fund, this survey aims to document Austin’s architectural, historical, and cultural heritage while promoting heritage tourism. In this session, partners will provide an overview of the survey’s goals, how it may impact property owners, and opportunities for local and national historic designation. This meeting is open to the public and will offer valuable insights into Austin’s evolving historic landscape. REGISTER HERE
Zero Waste Block Leader Orientation - April 2025
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This orientation is required to join the Zero Waste Block Leader (ZWBL) program. We will provide an overview of Austin Resource Recovery programs and services, cover the program benefits, volunteer expectations and answer any questions. Registration is required.
Imagine Austin Speaker Series: Austin by the Numbers
Expand to view details
Join us for the latest Imagine Austin Speaker Series! City Manager T.C. Broadnax and City Demographer Lila Valencia will discuss how Austin uses data to navigate change and plan for the future, covering topics like affordability, equity, and mobility. Moderated by UT Professor Jake Wegmann.
Reservations are now closed. Thanks for your interest.
Learn important codes and resources to keep your home and neighborhoods safe, clean, and well-maintained during the spring season.