Austin, one of the fastest-growing cities in the US, is undergoing significant transformations through various infrastructure and development projects. On February 20, 2025, the City of Austin's Capital Delivery Services (CDS) will host the next “Building Austin” event, a quarterly series that informs the community about ongoing infrastructure projects. This particular event, held at the Turner Roberts Recreation Center, will focus on projects in Northeast Austin, including transportation, water infrastructure, and park improvements.

Key projects to be highlighted include the Airport Boulevard, East Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, and North Lamar Boulevard corridor programs, all part of the 2016 bond initiatives aimed at enhancing safety, mobility, and public health. Additionally, updates will be provided on the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion and the Johnny Morris/Highway 290 Area Water Line Extensions, which are crucial for the city's water infrastructure.

Apart from these infrastructure projects, Austin is also witnessing a surge in new developments. The I-35 Capital Express Central project, a $4.5 billion overhaul, is set to begin this year, involving the widening and lowering of parts of the highway, as well as the implementation of "caps" and "stitches" to facilitate pedestrian and bike access. This project, stretching from Hwy. 71 to US 290 E, is a significant undertaking by TxDOT to improve the city's highway system.

In the realm of real estate and urban development, several notable projects are underway. The University of Texas at Austin is seeing the demolition of the Frank Erwin Center to make way for a new hospital in partnership with MD Anderson, a project expected to cost $2.5 billion. The Sixth&Blanco development will transform two acres of West Sixth Street into a mixed-use space featuring retail, hotel, and residential units.

Historic Sixth Street is also undergoing restoration and renovation, led by Stream Realty Partners and architecture firm Clayton Korte. The Block 21 development, home to ACL Live and the W Austin, is undergoing $40 million in upgrades, including public-facing renovations and a new terrace at ACL Live.

New high-rise developments are also on the horizon. The Wilson Tower, initially planned to be 80 stories tall, is now set to reach 45 stories, while the Waterline project in the Rainey Street district is expected to be completed by 2026, featuring the 1 Hotel Austin, luxury apartments, and significant office space. The Uptown ATX project, a $3 billion transit-oriented community near the Domain, will include over 7 million square feet of workspace, family apartments, retail, and a new Capital Metro Rail Station.

These developments reflect Austin's dynamic growth and the city's efforts to enhance its infrastructure, public spaces, and residential offerings, ensuring it remains a vibrant and attractive place to live and work.