Driveway permit in Round Rock, TX
We couldn't confirm this from Round Rock's code.
Rather than guess, here is the exact section to read and who to call. A rule appears on this site only when the ordinance states it plainly.
Nearby cities, same job
Rules stop at the city line. If your lot is near a boundary, or you work across several towns, this is where they differ.
| City | Distance | Permit? | Where the line falls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Rock | — | Yes | No size threshold in the code |
| Austin | 17 mi | Depends | A driveway, sidewalk, or concrete flatwork on your own lo… |
| Killeen | 38 mi | Yes | You need a permit to pour, widen, or replace a driveway. … |
| San Antonio | 90 mi | Depends | Over 30 in above grade |
| Houston | 145 mi | Yes | You need a permit before you build, rebuild, repair, or r… |
| Mesquite | 167 mi | Yes | No size threshold in the code |
Other work in Round Rock
Questions people ask
I already built it without a permit. What now?
Round Rock can issue a stop-work order and require you to apply after the fact, sometimes with an extra fee. Work that was covered up may have to be opened for inspection. Full walkthrough here.
Does unpermitted work cause problems when selling the house?
Often, yes. A buyer's inspector or the title company may flag it, and lenders can balk at financing a home with open or missing permits. What to do about it.