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Austin building inspections

Inspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Austin, Texas.

Reviewed 2026-09-06 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address
6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Austin, TX 78752
Phone
512-978-4000
Email
GeneralPermits@austintexas.gov
Office hours
Chat and phone staffed 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Thursday; on Fridays staff are unavailable for online chat and phone inquiries. 3-1-1 after hours.
Website
Official site

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Building Permit, Relocation

  1. 1

    Building Pre-Construction

    Austin publishes a named inspection checklist for this stage.

  2. 2

    Building Layout/Foundation

    Austin publishes a named inspection checklist for this stage.

  3. 3

    Building Framing

    Austin publishes a named inspection checklist for this stage.

  4. 4

    Building Insulation

    Austin publishes a named inspection checklist for this stage.

  5. 5

    Building Interior Wallboard

    Austin publishes a named inspection checklist for this stage.

  6. 6

    Building Final

    Austin publishes a named inspection checklist for this stage.

Applies to: Interior Remodel Building Permit, Garage Conversion / Porch Enclosure

  1. 1

    Building Framing

    Austin publishes a named inspection checklist for this stage.

  2. 2

    Building Insulation

    Austin publishes a named inspection checklist for this stage.

  3. 3

    Building Interior Wallboard

    Austin publishes a named inspection checklist for this stage.

  4. 4

    Building Final

    Austin publishes a named inspection checklist for this stage.

Sources & verification

Key facts verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-09-06.

Checklists & handouts

Codes & ordinances

Department & other records

Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Austin building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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