Austin County

Austin County issues permits only for unincorporated areas. Inside an incorporated city? Pick the city below — its building department handles your permit.

§ 01 Unincorporated

Unincorporated Austin County.

If your property isn't inside an incorporated city, the county permit office handles your application directly.

Permit authority: Austin County Planning and Development Department
Website: Austin County Permits Page ↗
Online portal: Austin County Permits Page ↗
Phone: 979-865-5911
Email: planning1@austincounty.com; planning2@austincounty.com; planning3@austincounty.com
Address: One East Main Street, Bellville, TX 77418

Full unincorporated Austin County permit guide →

§ 02 Jurisdictions

Cities in Austin County

Click any city for its full permit guide — authority, fees, application steps, inspections, and exempt work.

§ 03 County navigation

Information last verified for Austin County, Texas. Permit rules and fees change frequently — verify current requirements with the issuing department before applying. Jaspector is an educational reference, not legal advice.