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- Permit Required. Except as specified 80.19 (C) (4), no electrical system regulated by this code shall be installed, altered, repaired, replaced or remodeled unless a separate electrical permit has been obtained by the building official. An electrical permit shall be required to remove Austin Energy meter seal.
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Don't know where to start on your construction or improvement project? The "Do I Need A Permit?" tool is here to help! Answer a few questions, and the results can help you get started. If you think your work might be exempt, visit our quick-view list of work exempt from building permits.
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The "Do I Need A Permit?" interactive tool can help you determine your next steps based on your jurisdiction, property type, and permitting needs. Please note : Other permits and applications may be required for the project.
The Electrical Service Planning Application (ESPA) is needed to obtain a permit and is also used by the design team to determine your power requirements. Print and complete your ESPA, and mail it to the address listed on the top of the application.
Homestead Permits allow homeowners who meet certain qualifications to perform Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing trade work for their own homes. Visit this webpage to find out if you qualify, to register as a contractor for the trade work, and to get the Homestead Trade Permit.
- Electrical Service Planning Applications
- Austin Energy Design Criteria Manual
- Design & Construction Process Diagram For Austin Energy Infrastructure
- Transformer Inventory Status
- Distribution Interconnection Guide
- Inspections For Solar Installations
- Underground Policy
- Austin Energy Affordable Housing Policy
- CIAC Meter & Service Wire Charges
You must submit this application to obtain a permit. It is also used by the design team to determine your powerrequirements. Learn more about submitting an ESPA
The Austin Energy Design Criteria Manualprovides criteria, guidelines, definitions, and descriptions forthe design and installation of electric facilities that will be served by Austin Energy. You can download the online version of the Austin Energy Design Criteriamanual for free. Download a free copy of the Austin Energy DesignCriteria Manual (pdf...
Please refer to our one-line diagram that depicts the general path to obtain electric power to a site or torelocate or remove Austin Energy electrical infrastructure. Download the general path diagramfor design and construction of Austin Energy infrastructure (pdf)
Austin Energy is not experiencing supply shortages related to distribution transformers at this time. We expect to be able to meet any customer needs promptly. Reporting on transformer inventory will resume if supply chain conditions are constrained in the future and regular updates are needed. For project specific details, contact work management ...
This guide outlines the process for connecting a distributed generation facility. It also defines the minimumtechnical and financial requirements for safe integration of customer-owned power production facilities with theAustin Energy Distribution System. 1. Download the Distribution Interconnection Guide (pdf) 2. Download the Distributed Generatio...
Solar systems that are interconnected to the distribution system and in the Austin Energyservice arearequire a passing inspection from Austin Energy before they can be turned on. Our inspectors arealso available for on-site consultation prior to solar installation. Are you a solar installer? Request a solar installation inspection
For underground service, the customer must perform all the civil work for the Austin Energy facilities installed onthe customer’s property. 100% of the estimated cost is paid by the requesting party; civil work is completed by thecustomer. Download Service and Meter Charges (pdf)
A waiver shall be applied such that the percent discount off of the cost to provide service to a residentialdevelopment is equal to the percent of affordable housing (%CIAC Discount = %Affordable Housing), with the percentageof affordable housing being as stated on the City of Austin SMART Housing Certification.
For residential services where an Austin Energy design is not required, One-Stop will charge the following: 1. Residential overhead service with standard 200 amp meter, up to 75 feet of service wire = $400. 2. Residential overhead service with standard 320 amp meter, up to 55 feet of service wire = $400. 3. Residential underground service with stan...
It is performed by licensed contractors as required by the Plumbing Code, Electrical Code or Mechanical Code. Electrical: 1) The work is limited to the repair, modification, or installation of equipment or branch circuits.
Except as provided in Section 80.36(B) (Homestead Permit), the building official may issue an electrical permit only to an electrical contractor who is licensed to supervise the scope of work for which the permit is issued and who is registered with the City. An electrical contractor may designate.
