Rules Postings

Per the Austin City Code, city departments may adopt "rules" to implement, administer, enforce, or comply with the City Code, an ordinance, or another law for which the department is responsible. Rules have been broadly interpreted to include applications, specifications and interpretations used by a department.

The land development rules are contained within the Technical Criteria Manuals.

This site contains land development rules that are proposed by quarter calendar year. The department contact information for each rule can be found on the summary page of the rule posting.

Rule notices are posted for public viewing at City Hall, 301 W. 2nd St. Street, and One Texas Center, 505 Barton Springs Road.

What is the Rule Posting Process?

To adopt or amend a rule, the land development departments must comply with the Rule Posting Process. The process and procedures adhere to Section 1-2 of the City Code.

Please contact Karen Grotefend, 974-3328, if you have questions concerning the Rule Posting Process or the Technical Manuals.

Department Key Contacts

2011-2012 Rules Posting Calendar