Apply for a Residential Pools and Uncovered Decks Permit

Is this for a pool and/or uncovered deck?* This field is required.

Pool only

Uncovered Deck only

Pool and Uncovered Deck

Is the pool exempt from a building permit?* This field is required.A swimming pool is exempt from a building permit if it is prefabricated and less than 24" deep.

Not exempt

Exempt

The pool as described may be exempt from a building permit, however, work exempt from a permit must still comply with applicable Building Codes, City Codes, and all other applicable ordinances. Read more at Work Exempt.

Trade permits may still be required for any electrical, plumbing or mechanical work, which are issued by Building and Trade Contractor Services.

Is the deck exempt from a building permit?* This field is required.Concrete flatwork and stone pavers are exempt, unless elevated or covered. An uncovered wooden deck is exempt if it meets all conditions below: - 200 square feet or less in area - 30 inches or less above grade at any portion - Not attached to a dwelling - Does not provide egress from the dwelling - Not located within a flood hazard area (check at Flood Pro)

Not exempt

Exempt

The uncovered deck as described may be exempt from a building permit, however, work exempt from a permit must still comply with applicable Building Codes, City Codes, and all other applicable ordinances. Read more at Work Exempt.

Trade permits may still be required for any electrical, plumbing or mechanical work, which are issued by Building and Trade Contractor Services.

Are the pool and deck exempt from a building permit?* This field is required.A swimming pool is exempt from a building permit if it is prefabricated and less than 24" deep. Concrete flatwork and stone pavers are exempt, unless elevated or covered. An uncovered wooden deck is exempt if it meets all conditions below: - 200 square feet or less in area - 30 inches or less above grade at any portion - Not attached to a dwelling - Does not provide egress from the dwelling - Not located within a flood hazard area (check at Flood Pro)

Not exempt

Exempt

The pool and deck as described may be exempt from a building permit, however, work exempt from a permit must still comply with applicable Building Codes, City Codes, and all other applicable ordinances. Read more at Work Exempt.

Trade permits may still be required for any electrical, plumbing or mechanical work, which are issued by Building and Trade Contractor Services.

Upload Austin Energy Building Service Plan Application (BSPA)* This field is required.Austin Energy (AE) will review the BSPA Application concurrently with Plan Review. A BSPA Review fee will be assessed per each submittal. Visit the Building Service Planning Application (BSPA) webpage for more information and a copy of the application. Upload your completed BSPA Application here.

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Upload completed Residential Pool and/or Uncovered Deck Permit Application* This field is required. 1. Open and save the Residential Pool and/or Uncovered Deck Permit Application 2. Complete and save the application. Adobe's PDF Reader is a free tool to fill, sign and save a PDF. 3. Upload the completed application below. Please note that the property owner must sign the application OR an Owner's Authorization Letter to also be uploaded here.

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Upload Plot Plans* This field is required. See application for Plot Plan requirements

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Upload Architectural Drawings* This field is required. Include: floor plans, elevations See application for requirements

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Upload Structural Drawings Framing plans and details, bracing plans (if separate), foundation plans and details (if applicable). If Structural Drawings are not yet ready, application may be submitted, however you will receive a rejection comment at the end of the first cycle requiring you to provide Structural Drawings as an Update submittal for the second review cycle.

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Are there any expired permits for the property (even from previous owners)?* This field is required.Search using Austin Build + Connect Public Search. View the AB+C Manual for instructions about Public Search.

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Acknowledgment of Expired Permits* This field is required.The expired permit(s) on the property will need to be addressed during the review of the building permit application. If you have questions about the expired permit(s) or how to address them, schedule an appointment with Residential Zoning Review.

I understand that the expired permit(s) may need to be addressed during review. I also understand that additional documentation may be required for approval. This may result in a separate application and additional fees.

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Enter project address* This field is required.Please enter the full address that is associated with your project.

Contact DetailsPlease provide your contact information for Residential Intake staff to respond to your request. An Austin Build + Connect (AB+C) Portal account is required to manage your permit and pay fees. To find your AB+C account ID #, Register or Login, then visit "My Profile". To bill to a separate AB+C account, please make a note in the Additional Message.

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Ready to submit?* This field is required.To ensure a complete submission, this final step is required to check that all uploads have been included.

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