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Entitlement Analysis Report

Property: 2847 Willow Creek Dr, Austin, TX 78704

Proposed Use: Detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) - 650 sq ft studio

Report Generated: February 5, 2026

Jurisdiction: City of Austin, Travis County, TX

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Executive Summary

This property is located in an SF-3 (Single-Family Residential) zoning district where accessory dwelling units are permitted by right under Austin's updated ADU ordinance. The proposed 650 sq ft detached ADU meets all dimensional requirements and can proceed through administrative approval without discretionary review.

Risk Assessment: LOW

Primary Approval Path: Building Permit (By-Right)

Estimated Timeline: 4-8 weeks

Key Findings

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Site Constraints & Hazards

Environmental Screening

Flood Zone: Zone X (Minimal Risk) - No flood insurance required

Edwards Aquifer: Not in recharge/contributing zone

Heritage Trees: None identified on site

Impervious Cover: Currently 38%, proposed 42% (limit 45%)

Setback Analysis

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Zoning & Use Compliance

District: SF-3 (Single-Family Residential)

ADU Regulations (Austin Code § 25-2-774)

Austin's 2019 ADU ordinance significantly relaxed requirements:

Permitted By-Right: No conditional use permit required

Max Size: 1,100 sq ft or 0.15 × lot area, whichever is less

Your Limit: 1,080 sq ft (0.15 × 7,200 sq ft)

Proposed: 650 sq ft - COMPLIANT

Height Restrictions

Maximum Height: 30 ft

Proposed Height: 14 ft (single-story)

Status: COMPLIANT

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Parking Requirements

Good News: Parking Exempt

Under Austin's updated regulations, no additional parking is required for ADUs when:

Property is within 1/2 mile of transit stop (you qualify - Cap Metro Route 10)

ADU is under 850 sq ft

Owner occupies either primary or ADU unit

Your 650 sq ft ADU qualifies for the parking exemption.

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Development Fees

Estimated Total: $8,200 - $11,500

Note: Austin waives certain fees for ADUs used as affordable housing. Contact Austin Housing Finance Corporation for details.

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Permitting Process

Step-by-Step Timeline

Pre-Application (Optional) - 1-2 weeks

Review with Development Services

Recommended but not required

Building Permit Application - 1 day

Submit plans, site plan, application

Fee: ~$2,500

Plan Review - 3-5 weeks

Building code review

Zoning verification

May require revisions

Permit Issuance - 1-3 days

After plan approval

Pay remaining fees

Construction & Inspections - Per your schedule

Foundation, framing, MEP, final

Required Submittals

[x] Site plan showing ADU location

[x] Building plans (floor plan, elevations)

[x] Foundation plan

[x] Electrical, plumbing, mechanical plans

[ ] Energy code compliance (Title 24)

[ ] Owner affidavit (for permit)

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Utility Connections

Water & Wastewater

Water/Wastewater Impact Fee: Approximately $4,500 - $6,000 based on 650 sq ft ADU.

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Key Contacts

City of Austin Development Services

Address: 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752

Phone: 512-978-4000

Online Portal: austin.gov/building

Hours: Mon-Fri 7:45am - 4:45pm

Austin Water

Development Services: 512-972-0101

Impact Fee Questions: 512-972-0104

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Recommendations

Proceed with confidence - Your project is by-right and well within requirements

Consider prefab options - Austin has expedited review for pre-approved ADU plans

Check utility capacity - Confirm sewer lateral capacity before finalizing design

Owner occupancy - Required for parking exemption; plan accordingly

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This report is based on current Austin Development Code and regulations as of February 2026. Verify current requirements with the City of Austin Development Services before proceeding.