# Building permits at 701 E 5th St, Austin, TX 512 Sabine St: a new building permitted Jul 1, demolition Aug 3. 10 permits on record here. The newest, Mar 31: Rework existing mechanical units on level 2. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 30 more permits (28 projects) since May 1. Eight are for new buildings, the nearest 320 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Mar 31, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Rework existing mechanical units on level 2. Add additional louver to the area to server 3 new intake fans. Work is in exterior room no Asbestos. Work is in non occupied mechanical room no TAS. | Not listed | [2026-032185 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-032185%20BP/) | | Oct 24, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Change of Use from retail to Admin/Business and First Time finish out in first floor tenant space- Need Suite 100 added to addressing | Not listed | [2022-120317 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2022-120317%20BP/) | | Aug 4, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Tenant finish-out to existing admin/bus/prof office to create STE 500 | Not listed | [2021-103894 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2021-103894%20BP/) | | Aug 4, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Tenant finish-out to existing admin/bus/prof office to create STE 400 | Not listed | [2021-103893 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2021-103893%20BP/) | | Aug 4, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Tenant finish-out to existing admin/bus/prof office to create STE 300. | Not listed | [2021-103892 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2021-103892%20BP/) | | Aug 4, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Tenant finish-out to existing admin/bus/prof office to create STE 200. | Not listed | [2021-103891 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2021-103891%20BP/) | | Feb 8, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Tenant finish-out for breakroom in basement | Not listed | [2021-016069 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2021-016069%20BP/) | | Feb 8, 2021 | Alteration or repair | [UNIT 100]Ground floor retail shell *NOT FOR OCCUPANCY* | Not listed | [2021-016067 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2021-016067%20BP/) | | Feb 8, 2021 | New building | New 5 story office shell building | $9,750,000 | [2021-016066 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2021-016066%20BP/) | | Jan 19, 2021 | Demolition | total demo of a 3360 sf retail building circa 1965 | Not listed | [2021-005631 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2021-005631%20BP/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 30 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 17 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 15, 2026 | [902 E 5th St Unit 105](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/902-e-5th-st-unit-105/) | 820 ft E | Alteration or repair | Change of use to restaurant with remodel | Not listed | [2026-120454 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-120454%20BP/) | | 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/) | 320 ft NE | 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/) | | Aug 14, 2026 | [901 E 6th St Unit 400](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/901-e-6th-st-unit-400/) | 940 ft E | Alteration or repair | Minot remodel of existing tenant space to demo existing interior improvements relocate doors add 6 new electrical J box whips to new furniture and update access control from previous expired permit. No plumbing or mech scope | Not listed | [2026-105555 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-105555%20BP/) | | Aug 5, 2026 | [618 E 6th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/618-e-6th-st/) | 520 ft N | 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/) | 590 ft N | 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/) | 350 ft N | 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 1, 2026 | [512 Sabine St Bldg Gazebo1](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/512-sabine-st-bldg-gazebo1/) | 350 ft N | 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/) | 350 ft N | 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/) | 350 ft N | 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/) | 350 ft N | 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/) | 350 ft N | 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/) | 350 ft N | 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/) | 350 ft N | 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/) | 350 ft N | 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/) | 350 ft N | 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 16, 2026 | [901 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/901-e-5th-st/) | 800 ft E | Alteration or repair | Modifying Existing Switch Gear to Install Backup Generator receptacles to the outside of the building. We are not installing or Modifying the Generators on site. Just the Ability to hook up a portable one. Circuit is to MSB with Kirk key. No ats. | Not listed | [2026-062520 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-062520%20BP/) | | Jun 3, 2026 | [421 E 6th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/421-e-6th-st/) | 940 ft NW | 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), 13 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 15, 2026 | [208 San Marcos St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/208-san-marcos-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Addition | Interior Remodel - Kitchen Remodel and Bathroom Remodel: see additional page | Not listed | [2026-118699 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-118699%20BP/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [311 E 5th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/311-e-5th-st/) | 0.23 mi 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/) | 0.23 mi 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/) | 0.23 mi 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/) | 0.23 mi 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/) | 0.23 mi 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/) | 0.23 mi 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/) | 0.23 mi 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/) | 0.23 mi 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/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [317 1/2 Trinity St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/317-1_2-trinity-st/) | 0.22 mi W | 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/) | | May 26, 2026 | [809 E 8th St](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/809-e-8th-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Application 3. This permit is only for the finish out of the elevator lobby and the building corridor. | Not listed | [2026-053039 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-053039%20BP/) | | May 26, 2026 | [809 E 8th St Unit 310](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/809-e-8th-st-unit-310/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Application 2. First generation interior tenant office space. Includes typical private offices open office workstations conference rooms. Breakroom is NOT getting built out. This is the only permit for Suite 310. | Not listed | [2026-053037 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-053037%20BP/) | | May 26, 2026 | [809 E 8th St Unit 300](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/809-e-8th-st-unit-300/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Application 1. First generation interior tenant office space. Includes typical private offices open office workstations conference rooms. Breakroom is NOT getting built out. This is the only permit for Suite 300. | Not listed | [2026-053036 BP](https://nearbypermits.com/austin/permit/2026-053036%20BP/) | --- Source: Austin Development Services Department permit data (https://datahub.austintexas.gov/d/3syk-w9eu). Checked 2026-10-06 08:19 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/ Map, all 10 permits at this address and 30 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/austin/address/701-e-5th-st/