Resources
City of Austin Information
City of Austin Neighborhood Planning Areas
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/zoning/planning_areas.htm
To help tailor your project, this site is a great resource to see what your neighborhood envisions for the future.
City of Austin McMansion Ordinance
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/.../austin_residential_ordinance_approved.pdf
Residential design and compatibility standards in the City of Austin.
City of Austin Development Assistance Center (DAC)
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/development/default.htm
Information regarding land development process in the City of Austin.
City of Austin Zoning
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/development/zonginfo1.htm
Zoning districts establish site development regulations and performance standards appropriate to the purposes and the uses allowed in each district.
City of Austin Global Information Systems (GIS)
http://coagis1.ci.austin.tx.us/website/COAViewer_dev/devviewer_disclaimer.htm
Provides information regarding your specific land site, ie. Watershed protection, Flood Plain maps, Zoning, etc.
Travis Central Appraisal District
http://www.traviscad.org/
Local Property Tax information, parcel/subdivision maps.
City of Austin Green Building Program
http://www.austinenergy.com/.../Green%20Building/index.htm
Whatever your style or budget, you can enjoy and share the benefits of a green building.