Travis County has no general zoning authority under Texas Local Government Code, so no home occupation permit is issued at the county level. Home businesses in unincorporated Travis County are limited only by deed restrictions, subdivision covenants, and any applicable ETJ city rules.
Texas counties lack zoning power except in limited areas (subdivision plats, floodplain, on-site sewage). Travis County therefore does not issue home occupation permits. Operators in unincorporated areas should verify HOA CCRs, and if within a city ETJ (Austin, Pflugerville, Lakeway), check whether city rules extend. A Travis County Development Permit is required if the business involves new construction, grading, or OSSF modification.
No county enforcement against home occupations absent floodplain, OSSF, or development code violations. HOA enforcement handled privately under TX Property Code Ch. 209.
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