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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

1. Pre-Application (Optional) - 1-2 weeks

• Review with Development Services
• Recommended but not required

2. Building Permit Application - 1 day

• Submit plans, site plan, application
• Fee: ~$2,500

3. Plan Review - 3-5 weeks

• Building code review
• Zoning verification
• May require revisions

4. Permit Issuance - 1-3 days

• After plan approval
• Pay remaining fees

5. Construction & Inspections - Per your schedule

• Foundation, framing, MEP, final

Required Submittals

• ✓Site plan showing ADU location
• ✓Building plans (floor plan, elevations)
• ✓Foundation plan
• ✓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

1. Proceed with confidence - Your project is by-right and well within requirements
2. Consider prefab options - Austin has expedited review for pre-approved ADU plans
3. Check utility capacity - Confirm sewer lateral capacity before finalizing design
4. 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.