Austin permit, plain and simple
41% of homes are detached houses. With a driveway, you can usually skip the permit entirely.
| Permit | Temporary Use of Right-of-Way Permit (TURP) |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Austin Transportation and Public Works, Right-of-Way Management |
| Fee | Current schedule (effective Oct 1, 2026): New (Standard) TURP application $550; Extension/Revision $390; plus usage fees per sq ft per day (e.g., sidewalk $0.01/sq ft/day for 0-180 days); metered spaces $32-$80/day/space |
| Rules | Dumpster permits require insurance and a $10,000 bond (ROW Management page also says ROW Contractor License; contractor page says dumpsters need bond+insurance but not a license). Dumpster may only be placed in a parking space; active building permit or site plan required; ROW inspector approval. Fees change every Oct 1. |
Official sources
- www.austintexas.gov/transportation-public-works/right-way-row-permits
- www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Transportation/Right_of_
- austintexas.gov/transportation-public-works/divisions/right-way-manage
- www.austintexas.gov/transportation-public-works/right-way-contractors
Source pages read October 2026. Fees get revised, usually yearly; double-check before you schedule.