What does a remodel or addition permit cost in Austin?
Updated November 11, 2026 · Built from official fee schedules and city permit records
How Austin figures the fee
Additions and remodels pay a plan review fee by square footage of the work, starting at $197.23 for up to 100 sq ft, plus the $112.76 application fee. Inspection permit fees are added when the permit is issued.
| Project size | Plan review | Plan review + application |
|---|---|---|
| 100 sq ft | $197.23 | $310 |
| 200 sq ft | $591.66 | $704 |
| 443 sq ft | $1,012.81 | $1,126 |
| 600 sq ft | $1,064.46 | $1,177 |
| 1,000 sq ft | $1,129.82 | $1,243 |
How long it takes
Across 1,233 remodel or addition permits Austin issued in the last 12 months, the median wait was 66 days. A quarter took 35 days or less, and a quarter took 130 days or more.
Good to know
- Garage conversions and porch enclosures can use the cheaper small projects review ($146.15).
- Kitchen remodels with no structural work may qualify for an express permit with a $72.96 inspection fee.
More Austin permit guides
Sources
- Fees: Austin Residential Building Plan Review & Inspection Permit Fees (effective October 1, 2026)
- Permit data: Austin Issued Construction Permits (data.austintexas.gov), permits issued November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2026. Processing time is measured from application date to issue date.
This is an independent guide built from public records. It is not affiliated with the City of Austin Development Services Department. Fees change, and the city calculates your final fee when you apply; confirm the amount with the city before you budget.
Common questions
How much does a remodel permit cost in Austin?
For a 443 sq ft addition or remodel, plan review and application fees come to about $1,126.
How long does a remodel permit take in Austin?
The median was 66 days.