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New high-rise height limit now in effect for downtown Austin

By Ben Thompson

City planners rolled out changes to downtown building requirements in response to a new state law this year.

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From left, Travis County Judge Andy Brown, Habitat for Humanity International CEO Jonathan Reckford and Chip Carter, son of former President Jimmy Carter, give remarks during the kick off a massive Habitat for Humanity build in eastern Travis County. (Haley McLeod/Community Impact)

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The data partnership will help employers in a variety of industries, per the release. (Brooke Sjoberg/Community Impact)

Published 4:48 PM | Sep 23, 2025 CDT

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Caracol uses 3D printers to manufacture parts for a variety of industries, such as aerospace, construction, automotive and railways. (Courtesy Caracol)

Published 10:26 AM | Sep 12, 2025 CDT

Italian-based Caracol opens U.S. headquarters in Pflugerville

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Updated 4:29 PM | Jul 31, 2025 CDT

Waterline, Texas' new tallest tower, tops out in Austin

South Shore PUD site

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Some housing divisions and neighborhoods can utilize special housing districts for services like utilities or improved infrastructure. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

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UT Medical Center site

Published 4:31 PM | Jul 10, 2025 CDT

UT Austin’s planned downtown medical campus freed from Capitol view restrictions

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