Permits by type
| Permit type | Permits on record | Share of total |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit | 686,382 | 29% |
| Plumbing Permit | 544,883 | 23% |
| Building Permit | 519,574 | 22% |
| Mechanical Permit | 504,738 | 21% |
| Driveway / Sidewalks | 116,435 | 5% |
How permit search works
Search by address, contractor or zip
Use the search box above for an address or contractor name, or browse the contractor directory and zip code stats pages.
Filter on the map
Narrow results by permit type, valuation and property type, or turn on the Pro heat map to see where activity is concentrated.
Set an alert
Pro accounts can save a search and get emailed the morning a new permit matching their criteria is issued.
Common questions
Where does this permit data come from?
Every listing is pulled directly from the City of Austin's public permit records, not scraped from a third party or self-reported, and refreshed automatically every morning.
How often is the data updated, and how current is it?
The database syncs every day. Free accounts see permits with a 24-hour delay; Pro accounts see the same day's permits as soon as the city issues them.
How far back does the data go?
Coverage runs from 1980 to today across every zip code in Austin. Pro unlocks search across the complete historical record; free search covers the most recent activity.
What does Pro add?
Pro ($39/mo) adds full permit history back to 1980, CSV exports of any filtered search, contractor phone numbers and addresses, and saved-search email alerts for new permits matching your criteria.
How do I check if a contractor pulled a permit?
Search the contractor's name from the search box above or the contractor directory to see every permit filed under their name, including the property address, permit type and valuation for each one.
Where can I find Austin building permits as public record?
Austin Permit Search pulls every building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing permit directly from the City of Austin's public permit records into one searchable database - look up any permit by address, contractor or zip code using the search box above.
How can I check if a permit was filed for a demolition project?
Search the property address above, or on the address search page, to see every permit on file for that property, including demolition permits, with the permit type, status and work description as filed with the city.
Can I search for permits by zip code?
Yes - the zip code stats page breaks down permit activity for every Austin zip code, and each zip code has its own page with recent permits and activity trends for that area.
Is Austin Permit Search free to use?
Yes - searching by address, contractor or zip code is free, with permits shown on a 24-hour delay. Pro ($39/mo) removes that delay and adds full history back to 1980, CSV exports, contractor contact info and saved-search alerts.
What information is included with each permit listing?
Each permit shows its status, issue date, valuation, permit type, the property address, and the contractor of record where one is on file, plus a work description as filed with the city.
Most active contractors
Full directory| # | Contractor | Trade | Permits · 12mo | Total valuation | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | IES Residential, Inc. | Electrical Contractor | 1578 | $4.4M | PRO |
| 02 | Victory Plumbing Company | Plumbing Contractor | 763 | $6.7M | PRO |
| 03 | Texas Multifamily Solution, LLC | Mechanical Contractor | 708 | $50k | PRO |
| 04 | In Charge Electrical Services, LLC | Electrical Contractor | 689 | - | PRO |
| 05 | Radiant Plumbing & AC | Plumbing Contractor | 687 | - | PRO |
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Exports & full history
Download any filtered search as CSV. Search the complete record back to 1980, not just recent months.
Contractor contacts
Phone numbers and addresses from public permit records - for prospecting, hiring, or due diligence.
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Most recent permits
| Permit | Issued | Address | Zip | Work | Status | Valuation | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-109857 PP | 08-22-26 | 703 ALLENDE BND | 78748 | Plumbing Permit · Repair | Active | - | |
| 2026-109726 BP | 08-22-26 | 9 KERN RAMBLE | 78722 | Building Permit · New | Active | $1 | |
| 2026-109725 BP | 08-22-26 | 9 KERN RAMBLE | 78722 | Building Permit · Addition and Remodel | Active | $1 | |
| 2026-109724 BP | 08-22-26 | 9 KERN RAMBLE | 78722 | Building Permit · Addition and Remodel | Active | $1 | |
| 2026-109493 PP | 08-22-26 | 503 W 14TH ST | 78701 | Plumbing Permit · Fireline | Active | - | |
| 2026-109070 MP | 08-22-26 | 4000 EMORY PEAK PASS | 78731 | Mechanical Permit · Change Out | Active | - | |
| 2026-109062 BP | 08-22-26 | 8200 NEELY DR UNIT 242 | 78759 | Building Permit · Remodel | Active | - | |
| 2026-108726 MP | 08-22-26 | 12910 IRONGATE AVE | 78727 | Mechanical Permit · Change Out | Active | - |