Inspections Responsibilities of this division consist of the inspection of construction and demolition of residential and commercial properties inside the city limits. A Building Permit Application (PDF) must be submitted and building officials must approve the plans for the construction before construction can begin. After construction has begun, building inspectors perform a number of inspections to ensure that the building meets local and state codes including (if necessary):
A foundation and frame inspection
A gas inspection on natural gas systems
A mechanical inspection
An electrical inspection
A water and yard line inspection of the plumbing systems
Once all inspections are satisfactory, a Certificate of Occupancy is granted. All inspections can be scheduled by calling 512-446-2511.
Building Codes The city has adopted the following codes:
2017 National Electrical Code
2018 International Building Code
2018 International Energy Conservation Code
2018 International Fire Code
2018 International Fuel Gas Code
2018 International Mechanical Code
2018 International Plumbing Code
2018 International Property Maintenance Code
2018 International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings