# Building permits at 409 E 5th St, Austin, TX 512 Sabine St: a new building permitted Jul 1, demolition Aug 3. 21 permits on record here. The newest, Nov 24, 2025: Installation of a permanent Art in Public Places (AIPP) public art sculpture in Brush Square Park by artist. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 28 more permits (26 projects) since May 1. Eight are for new buildings, the nearest 850 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Nov 24, 2025 | New building | Installation of a permanent Art in Public Places (AIPP) public art sculpture in Brush Square Park by artist George Sabra. Minimal ground disturbance no utility tie ins. | $60,000 | [2025-146348 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2025-146348%20BP/) | | Mar 20, 2025 | New building | 2025/03/06 thru 2025/03/16 (#SXSWProduced) Full SXSW activation at Brush Square Park. Community concerts during the day and night. We will have a large tent stage and bar. | Not listed | [2025-019603 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2025-019603%20BP/) | | Oct 24, 2022 | New building | Installation of New Parking Lot Lighting | Not listed | [2022-158821 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2022-158821%20BP/) | | Mar 3, 2022 | New building | Sxsw 2022 3 containers total 300sf creating two story ott boxes 20x10 stage & truss site exiting to be confirmed by afd engineer registered in the state of texas will be required to confirm structural integrity of containers and truss system. | Not listed | [2022-029256 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2022-029256%20BP/) | | Mar 3, 2022 | New building | #SXSW 2022 30x30 tent on 32x32 Biljax stage deck max occupancy 60 need to verify NFPA 701 compliance | Not listed | [2022-022078 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2022-022078%20BP/) | | Aug 12, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Restoration of historic O Henry Museum. Interior and exterior improvements landscape improvements. New HVAC system lighting fire protection system and new rear patio and walk. | Not listed | [2020-092171 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2020-092171%20BP/) | | Feb 28, 2020 | New building | Igloo dome with steel deck and concrete ballasts 706sf less than ten occupants with one exit | Not listed | [2020-033630 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2020-033630%20BP/) | | Feb 26, 2020 | New building | 20 x 80 biljax with tent | Not listed | [2020-024181 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2020-024181%20BP/) | | Feb 26, 2020 | New building | Temporary stage build for SXSW (performance platform). Capacity per band will vary. Staging decks; AS2100 Bil Jax Stage panels. Constructed on location by HK Staging. Stage will be 24x16x2 (WxDxH) with steps & skirting. Site plan attached. | Not listed | [2020-018919 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2020-018919%20BP/) | | Feb 22, 2019 | New building | pre-engineered biljax flooring and tent 1600 SF entire 80 foot side open for exiting has 2 ramps | Not listed | [2019-019372 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2019-019372%20BP/) | | Jul 3, 2018 | New building | 384SF stage max occupancy 26 1 point of egress required w/ minimum width36 handrails and guardrails to comply with IBC | Not listed | [2018-106927 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2018-106927%20BP/) | | Feb 28, 2018 | New building | 24x84 Biljax platform with 20x80 tent 4 foot egress stairs and TAS approved ramp on west end 50 between egress openings unconcentrated tables and chairs max occupancy 134 | Not listed | [2018-013255 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2018-013255%20BP/) | | Mar 3, 2017 | New building | High Beam Event / 24x84 Biljax platform/ Brush Square Park - Registrant Lounge | Not listed | [2017-022540 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2017-022540%20BP/) | | Mar 3, 2017 | New building | biljax stages used for flooring total 1424 sq. ft. | Not listed | [2017-014232 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2017-014232%20BP/) | | Nov 2, 2016 | Roofing | Non-Structural re-roof to existing Commercial Building | Not listed | [2016-135315 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2016-135315%20BP/) | | Mar 3, 2016 | New building | Construct an 20 x 80 Biljax decks for the Lounge and a 30 x 60 deck for the West Tent. | $3,000 | [2016-023822 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2016-023822%20BP/) | | Mar 4, 2015 | New building | SXSW West Tent Biljax Stage(320sf) & floor 30X60(1800 sf) Reg Lounge 20x80 (1600sf) East Tent has (320 sf) stage only at Brush Square Park Special Event. | $2,500 | [2015-024666 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2015-024666%20BP/) | | Feb 27, 2014 | New building | SXSW West Tent Biljax stage 30X60 12high for (B) at Brush Square Park Special Event | $375 | [2014-019607 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2014-019607%20BP/) | | Feb 27, 2014 | New building | SXSW Registrants Lounge Biljax deck 30x80 to level the ground underneath the tent for (C) at Brush Square Park Special Event | $4,000 | [2014-019603 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2014-019603%20BP/) | | Feb 27, 2014 | New building | SXSW East Tent Biljax stage 40X60 12high for (A) at Brush Square Park Special Event | $375 | [2014-019591 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2014-019591%20BP/) | | Jun 13, 2008 | Alteration or repair | Interior remodel to existing historical house | Not listed | [2008-041653 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2008-041653%20BP/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 28 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 23 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 10, 2026 | [311 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/311-e-5th-st/) | 320 ft W | Pool or spa | Finish Out for Outdoor Amenity Space (Pool to be permitted separately) Includes Outdoor Lounge and Pool Deck Floor 14 | Not listed | [2024-128990 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2024-128990%20BP/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [311 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/311-e-5th-st/) | 320 ft W | Alteration or repair | Finish Out for Fitness and Adjacent Restrooms Floor 14 | Not listed | [2024-128988 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2024-128988%20BP/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [311 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/311-e-5th-st/) | 320 ft W | Alteration or repair | Floor 14 - Finish Out for Pantry Outdoor Bar and Adjacent Restrooms | Not listed | [2024-128987 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2024-128987%20BP/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [311 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/311-e-5th-st/) | 320 ft W | Alteration or repair | Finish Out for Hotel Rooms and Electrical Room Floor 14 | Not listed | [2024-128986 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2024-128986%20BP/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [311 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/311-e-5th-st/) | 320 ft W | Alteration or repair | Finish Out for Hotel Rooms Housekeeping Hydration station and Electrical/IDF Room Floor 12 | Not listed | [2024-128984 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2024-128984%20BP/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [311 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/311-e-5th-st/) | 320 ft W | Alteration or repair | Finish Out for Hotel Rooms Housekeeping Hydration station and Electrical/IDF Room Floor 11 | Not listed | [2024-128983 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2024-128983%20BP/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [311 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/311-e-5th-st/) | 320 ft W | Alteration or repair | Finish Out for Hotel Rooms Housekeeping Hydration station and Electrical/IDF Room Floor 10 | Not listed | [2024-128981 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2024-128981%20BP/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [311 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/311-e-5th-st/) | 320 ft W | Alteration or repair | Finish Out for Hotel Rooms Housekeeping Hydration station and Electrical/IDF Room Floor 9 | Not listed | [2024-128980 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2024-128980%20BP/) | | Aug 5, 2026 | [618 E 6th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/618-e-6th-st/) | 920 ft E | Alteration or repair | 7 DAY - interior alteration of approximately 1781 sq ft of existing interior space - OVA | Not listed | [2026-099517 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-099517%20BP/) | | Aug 4, 2026 | [616 E 6th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/616-e-6th-st/) | 930 ft E | Alteration or repair | Interior alteration of approx. 1494 SF of existing interior space. | Not listed | [2026-099551 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-099551%20BP/) | | Aug 3, 2026 | [512 Sabine St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/512-sabine-st/) | 850 ft E | Demolition | Demolition of office buildings (approx. 84349 sq. ft. circa 1981) SP-2024-0042C - Approved... | Not listed | [2026-014439 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-014439%20BP/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [317 1/2 Trinity St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/317-1_2-trinity-st/) | 390 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Austin Energy temporary electrical vault to be used only for building power during construction of the Austin Convention Center. Once the main building power is on the temporary vault will be removed. This is public project and new construction. | Not listed | [2026-084023 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-084023%20BP/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [309 E 3rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/309-e-3rd-st/) | 750 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Interior Non Structural Demolition | Not listed | [2026-044965 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-044965%20BP/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [512 Sabine St Bldg Gazebo1](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/512-sabine-st-bldg-gazebo1/) | 850 ft E | New building | ePlan: Commercial Expedited Review - [AE GREEN BUILDING] New Construction of Shade Structure (Courtyard Cabana Trellis) Phase III. | $79,500,000 | [2026-006057 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-006057%20BP/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [512 Sabine St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/512-sabine-st/) | 850 ft E | New building | ePlan: Commercial Expedited Review - [AE GREEN BUILDING] New Construction of Court Yard Amenity Space Phase III First Floor. | $79,500,000 | [2026-006056 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-006056%20BP/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [512 Sabine St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/512-sabine-st/) | 850 ft E | New building | ePlan: Commercial Expedited Review - [AE GREEN BUILDING] New Construction of Amenity Space (Roof Deck) Phase III 6thFloor. | $79,500,000 | [2026-006055 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-006055%20BP/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [512 Sabine St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/512-sabine-st/) | 850 ft E | New building | ePlan: Commercial Expedited Review - [AE GREEN BUILDING] New Construction of Leasing and Amenities Phase I First Floor. Work to include CoWork Space Fitness and Mail Room. | $79,500,000 | [2026-006054 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-006054%20BP/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [512 Sabine St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/512-sabine-st/) | 850 ft E | New building | ePlan: Commercial Expedited Review - [AE GREEN BUILDING] New Construction of Shell Space for Retail Phase I - First Floor. Work to include Patio Space - Not for Occupancy. | $79,500,000 | [2026-006053 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-006053%20BP/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [512 Sabine St Bldg Gar](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/512-sabine-st-bldg-gar/) | 850 ft E | New building | ePlan: Commercial Expedited Review - [AE GREEN BUILDING] New Construction of Parking Garage for Mixed Use 7-Story Multi-Family Complex. | $79,500,000 | [2026-006052 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-006052%20BP/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [512 Sabine St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/512-sabine-st/) | 850 ft E | New building | ePlan: Commercial Expedited Review - [AE GREEN BUILDING] New Construction of a Mixed Use 7-Story Multi-Family Complex. Phase III - Floors 2-6. | $79,500,000 | [2026-006051 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-006051%20BP/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [512 Sabine St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/512-sabine-st/) | 850 ft E | New building | ePlan: Commercial Expedited Review - [AE GREEN BUILDING] New Construction of a Mixed Use 7-Story Multi-Family Complex. Phase II - Floors 2-5. | $79,500,000 | [2026-006050 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-006050%20BP/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [512 Sabine St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/512-sabine-st/) | 850 ft E | New building | ePlan: Commercial Expedited Review - [AE GREEN BUILDING] New Construction of a Mixed Use 7-Story Multi-Family Complex. Phase I - 11 Residential Units within Multi-Family Complex. | $79,500,000 | [2026-006049 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-006049%20BP/) | | Jun 3, 2026 | [421 E 6th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/421-e-6th-st/) | 350 ft NE | Roofing | Re-roof with new roof insulation and TPO and replacement of select of top mechanical equipment. Existing piano bar. | Not listed | [2026-067771 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-067771%20BP/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 5 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 1, 2026 | [500 1/2 N Ih 35 Svrd Sb Unit Att](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/500-1_2-n-ih-35-svrd-sb-unit-att/) | 0.21 mi E | New building | AT&T Rooftop/Parking Structure Antenna Collocation. 2026-082218 DA. | $49,000 | [2026-093796 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-093796%20BP/) | | Jul 21, 2026 | [501 Congress Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/501-congress-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | EPLAN - Structural Modification for future tenant - NOT FOR OCCUPANCY - 1st Floor | Not listed | [2026-094045 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-094045%20BP/) | | Jun 24, 2026 | [501 Congress Ave Unit B175](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/501-congress-ave-unit-b175/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Change of Use - Interior alteration of an existing office space into a golf simulator recreation establishment. | Not listed | [2026-075939 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-075939%20BP/) | | May 18, 2026 | [401 Congress Ave Unit 3200](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/401-congress-ave-unit-3200/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Phase I: Interior expansion of EYs existing suite project will include new meeting rooms breakroom demountable walls new finishes: carcarpet acoustical ceiling tile pain tile and light fixtures | Not listed | [2026-060802 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-060802%20BP/) | | May 15, 2026 | [401 Congress Ave Unit 3200](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/401-congress-ave-unit-3200/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Phase 2: Interior expansion of EYs existing suite project will include new meeting rooms breakroom demountable walls new finishes: carcarpet acoustical ceiling tile paint tile and light fixtures. | Not listed | [2026-060803 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-060803%20BP/) | ## More on this street Other addresses on E 5th St with permits, nearest house number first: - [401 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/401-e-5th-st/): newest permit Sep 5, 2025 - [318 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/318-e-5th-st/): newest permit Feb 28, 2025 - [506 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/506-e-5th-st/): newest permit Mar 4, 2025 - [311 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/311-e-5th-st/): newest permit Aug 10, 2026 - [310 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/310-e-5th-st/): newest permit Mar 20, 2025 - [701 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/701-e-5th-st/): newest permit Mar 31, 2026 - [115 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/115-e-5th-st/): newest permit Dec 3, 2024 - [105 E 5th St Unit 200](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/105-e-5th-st-unit-200/): newest permit Apr 8, 2026 - [103 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/103-e-5th-st/): newest permit Jul 18, 2025 - [901 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/901-e-5th-st/): newest permit Jun 16, 2026 --- Source: Austin Development Services Department permit data (https://datahub.austintexas.gov/d/3syk-w9eu), City of Austin Development Services Department. Checked 2026-10-07 01:27 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/ Map, all 21 permits at this address and 28 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/409-e-5th-st/