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North Shoal Creek

Get to know the local places, then explore what the public record says: construction, restaurant inspection scores and beverage receipts, with dates and sources beside the data.

About this mapped area City boundary · September 22, 2021

North Shoal Creek is one of 65 named areas in the City of Austin Neighborhood Planning Areas boundary dataset. The saved source records its planning status as plan approved. These mapped categories differ from colloquial neighborhood names. Districts people name in conversation, like South Congress, Rainey Street or the Sixth Street entertainment district, are not separate areas in this dataset; they sit inside a planning area or straddle two. This boundary is a single polygon in the city's file, with ordinance 20180823-082 recorded in the source, and the city last modified it on . The dataset stores the name as NORTH SHOAL CREEK.

The local field guide

North Shoal Creek: a plan shaped around everyday connections

North Shoal Creek’s planning documents focus on the practical ingredients of neighborhood life: walking and cycling connections, public facilities, greenery and varied housing. Pillow School Park offers one concrete public-space reference within that wider planning story.

3 linked sources · Checked

A named park on Rockwood Lane

The city directory lists Pillow School Park at 8500 Rockwood Lane. Use the specific park listing and current access information when choosing a visit.[2]

Community priorities recorded in 2018

A March 2018 city planning memorandum summarizes workshops and proposals around mobility, open space, housing and services. It records the planning process rather than a checklist of completed improvements.[3]

A formal plan and map

Austin’s current resources record adoption of the North Shoal Creek plan on August 23, 2018 and link its future land-use map. The map describes planning categories, not individual property conditions.[1]

Plan a little better

Before you go

Use school-park access information
Pillow is listed as a school park. Check the current site rules and activity access instead of assuming the full grounds are available at every time.[2]
Separate goals from built conditions
Read the plan’s mobility and greenery goals as proposals and policies. Confirm a particular walking route or public facility using current maps and operator information.[3]

A few things to know

What did the North Shoal Creek planning process emphasize?

The 2018 memorandum identifies pedestrian and bicycle connections, housing variety, green space, public facilities and neighborhood services among its goals.[3]

Where is Pillow School Park listed?

The city’s park directory lists it at 8500 Rockwood Lane. A school-park listing does not establish unrestricted access to every part of the campus.[2]

Sources & research notes

Local context is based on the sources below. Confirm current access, schedules, and reservations with the operator. Civic figures elsewhere on this page retain their own reporting periods.

  1. North Shoal Creek — City planning resourcesCity of Austin · Checked 2026-09-05
  2. Park Directory | Austin Parks and Recreation | AustinTexas.govCity of Austin · Checked 2026-09-05
  3. services.austintexas.govCity of Austin · Checked 2026-09-05

What the public record says about North Shoal Creek

  • City of Austin Development Services has issued 2,802 building permits that it has geocoded inside the North Shoal Creek planning-area boundary, the earliest dated July 1, 1977 and the most recent September 30, 2026, for a combined declared construction value of $386,726,811. Declared value is the figure an applicant puts on the permit application — not market value and not finished cost. Counted over every issue date in the city’s Issued Construction Permits dataset (3syk-w9eu), building permits only. Placing a permit inside a boundary needs a mapped coordinate, and about one building permit in seven (13.8% of them, as published on 2026-07-26) carries no location at all — those rows cannot be placed in any neighbourhood, here or anywhere else, so this is a count of geocoded permits rather than of every permit issued. How busy it is now is a different question, and the list below is the honest answer to it: the 25 most recently issued permits here were all issued since February 25, 2026.
  • The 3 most recent restaurant inspections we could place inside this boundary run from August 25, 2026 to September 4, 2026, averaging 91 out of 100. Austin Public Health publishes these in irregular batches, historically weeks after the visit, and this page lists at most 15 — so that count is the size of our list, not the number of restaurants in North Shoal Creek. A score is a single-visit snapshot.
  • Of the 100 highest-grossing mixed-beverage filers the Texas Comptroller lists for ZIP 78757, 78758, 78759, 78731, 78756, 12 sit inside this boundary. The newest filing in that set is August 2026. Per-venue figures are gross receipts reported to the Comptroller, summed over each venue’s own filing months — never a total for North Shoal Creek. Filings are monthly and land three to four weeks late.
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Map of the North Shoal Creek boundary

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Boundary drawn from City of Austin Neighborhood Planning Areas, as last modified September 22, 2021. Markers are placed from geocoded street addresses, so a record whose address we cannot geocode is listed below but not pinned. The panels under the map are the full text equivalent.

Building permits

The 25 most recently issued inside this boundary (page limit 25)

2026-123836 BPActive
8303 N MOPAC EXPY SVRD NB BLDG B
Interior alteration of existing core restrooms. - [Building B-Floor 4]
Sep 30Remodel
City of Austin record for permit 2026-123836 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-123837 BPActive
8303 N MOPAC EXPY SVRD NB BLDG B
Interior alteration of existing core restrooms. - [Building C-Floor 3]
Sep 30Remodel
City of Austin record for permit 2026-123837 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-030260 BPExpired
8704 PRIMROSE LN
Express: bathroom tile replaced in both bathrooms exchanged fixtures like for like replace 3 windows sizes to remain same. add smoke detectors install new sewer clean out in front of of house new smoke detectors throughout home new decorative lights fixtures remove popcorn ceiling and retexture
Sep 11Repair$1 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-030260 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-099373 BPActive
2604 CLARKDALE LN
Addition/Remodel permit RETROACTIVE: Interior remodel of laundry kitchen living and bedroom 1 and bathroom. Addition to rear of master bedroom.
Sep 8Addition and Remodel$1 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-099373 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-107132 BPActive
8701 SHOAL CREEK BLVD BLDG 3
QT - 14 window replacements no new openings. existing office space. Units D301 D302 and D304. Building D interchangeable with Building 3.
Aug 21Remodel
City of Austin record for permit 2026-107132 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-107125 BPActive
8701 SHOAL CREEK BLVD BLDG 4
QT - 10 window replacements; no new openings. existing office space.
Aug 20Remodel
City of Austin record for permit 2026-107125 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-091405 BPFinal
2500 STECK AVE UNIT 20
Express-Replacing 1 window like for like in existing residential home
Aug 17Repair$1 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-091405 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-104724 BPActive
8419 STILLWOOD LN
New 1 story accessory structure with desk/counter living space and 1 bathroom.
Aug 13New$0 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-104724 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-099360 BPFinal
8103 BRIARWOOD LN
EXPRESS: Tub to shower conversion in the hall bathroom Replace walls in shower
Aug 10Repair$1 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-099360 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-087887 BPActive
2514 BUELL AVE
Change of use to Daycare - no work being done.
Jul 14Remodel
City of Austin record for permit 2026-087887 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-083639 BPActive
8701 DAWNRIDGE CIR
12x25 Pool with autofill NG heater and ASTM F1346 Automatic safety cover.
Jul 2New$0 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-083639 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-078588 BPActive
8503 STILLWOOD LN
Interior remodel and conversion of two porches. rear of home and front porch to be converted into living areas 182 sf Interior remodel and attached storage remodel existing covered porch enclosure
Jun 22Addition and Remodel$1 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-078588 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-077273 BPActive
2701 THRUSHWOOD DR
EXPRESS: Replace cast iron drains with PVC 2 bath valves 3 sink valves 2 toilet valves washing machine valve windows and exterior doors like for like
Jun 18Repair$1 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-077273 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-075288 BPFinal
8506 STILLWOOD LN
Express: Roof replacement with new decking
Jun 14Repair$1 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-075288 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-074833 BPActive
8900 SHOAL CREEK BLVD UNIT 135
7 DAY - Electrical: adding power for 3 ovens + 3 hoods New main gas line + 3 supply lines Replacement of Complete duct system only Adding intake/exhaust duct for (3) ovens along with (6) new fans AT EXISTING BUSINESS - OVA
Jun 12Remodel
City of Austin record for permit 2026-074833 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-062017 BPActive
8408 SHOAL CREEK BLVD
Phase 1 Conversion of an existing pre-engineered metal building into a temporary Nissan showroom with a display area customer lounges restrooms and sales offices and Installation of Private Fire Line. - Phase 1 to Include interior build out including electrical paint finishes floor finishes lighting interior partitions and mill-work.
May 20Remodel
City of Austin record for permit 2026-062017 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-052765 BPActive
8101 PARKDALE DR
*Addressing active code violation* Interior remodel: Open up kitchen area install new can lighting in house new siding; garage conversion to .
May 15Addition and Remodel$1 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-052765 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-046013 BPActive
8700 SHOAL CREEK BLVD
New Construction of podium swimming pool B (694 sf) in courtyard 1 associated with 2023-138351 PR.
Apr 20New
City of Austin record for permit 2026-046013 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-046014 BPActive
8700 SHOAL CREEK BLVD
New Construction of podium swimming pool A (834 sf) in courtyard 2 associated with 2023-138351 PR
Apr 20New$0 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-046014 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-046012 BPActive
8700 SHOAL CREEK BLVD
New Construction of podium fountain (297 sf) connecting pool A & pool B associated with 2023-138351 PR.
Apr 20New$0 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-046012 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-041415 BPActive
8408 SHOAL CREEK BLVD
Phase 2 Conversion of an existing pre-engineered metal building into a temporary Nissan showroom with a display area customer lounges restrooms and sales offices. Phase 1 to Include Structural Mechanical Electrical Plumbing and fire suppression work.
Apr 7Remodel
City of Austin record for permit 2026-041415 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-041416 BPActive
8408 SHOAL CREEK BLVD
Phase 3 conversion of an existing pre-engineered metal building into a temporary Nissan showroom with a display area customer lounges and sales desk. Phase 2 to Include Mechanical Electrical Plumbing and fire suppression work.
Apr 7Remodel
City of Austin record for permit 2026-041416 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-035822 BPFinal
8612 MELSHIRE DR
Express: foundation repair
Mar 26Repair$1 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-035822 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-000263 BPActive
8408 STILLWOOD LN
Expansion of home to add in a new bedroom with wic and full bathroom. Open living room space more and add small uncovered patio. Window for window updates
Feb 25Addition and Remodel$1 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-000263 BP (opens in a new tab)
2026-013991 BPFinal
8701 MILLWAY DR
Enclosing pre-existing concrete slab to function as 10x7 seating area adjoining main bathroom. Adding two 4 can lights to the interior and two optional LED light switches <50W total power draw. Removing pre-existing sliding doors. Enclosure attached to home via extension of existing roof & screen door opening. No changes made to walls / stone exterior of home.
Feb 25Addition and Remodel$1 declared
City of Austin record for permit 2026-013991 BP (opens in a new tab)

Restaurant inspections

Austin Public Health · up to 15 most recent inside this boundary

Registered projects

Texas Dept. of Licensing & Regulation filings · up to 15 inside this boundary

UFCU Restroom Remodel - B4 & C38303 N MOPAC EXPRESSWAY SVRD NB, Austin, TX 78759, AustinSep 10Renovation/Alteration$350K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)8611 CENTRE8611 N. MOPAC EXPRESSWAY, Austin, TX 78759, AustinJun 13New Construction$15.5M estimated (continues on zabalist.com)DESANO8000 BURNET ROAD, Austin, TX 78757, AustinMay 16Renovation/Alteration$215K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)TK208303 N. MOPAC EXPY. Suite A210, Austin, TX 78759, AustinMay 13Renovation/Alteration$120K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)ACT, INC A15219068701 N. MOPAC EXPRESSWAY Suite 400, Austin, TX 78759, AustinFeb 10Renovation/Alteration$79K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)UFCU IT REMODEL8303 N. MOPAC EXPRESSWAY Suite C240, Austin, TX 78759, AustinDec 16Renovation/Alteration$134K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)QUATRINESUITE 600, Austin, TX 78757, AustinNov 24Renovation/Alteration$50K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)STARBUCKS - ROCKWOOD & ANDERSON2900 W. ANDERSON LN, Austin, TX 78757, AustinNov 5Renovation/Alteration$150K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)TRINITY TITLE8303 N MOPAC suite A-100, Austin, TX 78759, AustinNov 3Renovation/Alteration$58K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)WATER TO THRIVE8701 N. MOPAC EXPRESSWAY Suite 105, Austin, TX 78759, AustinOct 6Renovation/Alteration$51K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)UFCU PLAZA FITNESS CENTER8303 N MOPAC suite b132, Austin, TX 78759, AustinSep 1Renovation/Alteration$250K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)REUNION PARK - DISORBO TI8501 NORTH MOPAC EXPRESSWAY Suite 300 & 330, Austin, TX 78759, AustinApr 1Renovation/Alteration$130K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)DENIM GROUP2700 W. ANDERSON LN BUILDING 3, STE. 301, Austin, TX 78757, AustinMar 27Renovation/Alteration$190K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)PILLOW ELEMENTARY3025 CROSSCREEK DR, Austin, TX 78757, AustinMar 19Additions to Existing Building$918K estimated (continues on zabalist.com)CENTER FOR SPECIALTY SURGERY OF AUSTIN8015 SHOAL CREEK BLVD. Suite 100, Austin, TX 78757, AustinFeb 17Renovation/Alteration$1.2M estimated (continues on zabalist.com)

Bars & restaurants filing receipts

Texas Comptroller mixed-beverage filers we placed inside this boundary

12 of 100 filers in ZIP 78757, 78758, 78759, 78731, 78756 placed inside this boundary. Each venue’s figure is its own gross receipts over its own filing months — there is deliberately no area total, because this is a sample, not a census.

BARTLETT'S
$127K
avg/mo over 236 filings
2408 W ANDERSON LN
Last filed with the Comptroller: August 2026
COVER 3
$95K
avg/mo over 215 filings
2700 W ANDERSON LN STE 202
Last filed with the Comptroller: August 2026
COMMON INTEREST PIANO BAR
$82K
avg/mo over 236 filings
8440 BURNET RD STE 148
Last filed with the Comptroller: August 2026
M D PLUCKERS WING FACTORY & GRILL
$78K
avg/mo over 236 filings
9070 RESEARCH BLVD STE 201C
Last filed with the Comptroller: August 2026
SLICK WILLIE'S FAMILY POOL HALL
$62K
avg/mo over 236 filings
8440 BURNET RD STE 160
Last filed with the Comptroller: August 2026
JACK ALLEN'S KITCHEN
$93K
avg/mo over 113 filings
3010 W ANDERSON LN
Last filed with the Comptroller: August 2026
HOPDODDY ANDERSON LANE, LLC
$58K
avg/mo over 174 filings
2438 W ANDERSON LN STE A-6
Last filed with the Comptroller: August 2026
ELDORADO CAFE
$74K
avg/mo over 112 filings
3300 W ANDERSON LN STE 303
Last filed with the Comptroller: August 2026
CHILI'S GRILL & BAR
$26K
avg/mo over 236 filings
9070 RESEARCH BLVD STE 301
Last filed with the Comptroller: August 2026
ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE CINEMA
$64K
avg/mo over 61 filings
2700 W ANDERSON LN STE 701
Last filed with the Comptroller: August 2026
WATERLOO ICE HOUSE
$25K
avg/mo over 148 filings
8600 BURNET RD
Last filed with the Comptroller: August 2026
NOSH & BEVVY ENGLISH KITCHEN & BAR
$76K
avg/mo over 46 filings
8440 BURNET RD STE 100
Last filed with the Comptroller: August 2026

North Shoal Creek: questions people actually ask

Is North Shoal Creek an official Austin neighborhood?

North Shoal Creek is one of 65 named areas in the City of Austin neighborhood-planning boundary dataset. Its status in the saved source is plan approved. Inclusion in this file does not by itself mean a neighborhood plan was adopted. Well-known districts such as South Congress, Rainey Street and the Sixth Street entertainment district are not separate areas in this dataset; they sit inside a planning area, or straddle two. The North Shoal Creek boundary is a single polygon in the source file. The city last modified it on September 22, 2021.

Which ordinances are recorded for North Shoal Creek?

City of Austin ordinance number 20180823-082 is recorded against this planning area in the city's Neighborhood Planning Areas dataset, with planning status plan approved.

How much construction is happening in North Shoal Creek?

City of Austin Development Services has issued 2,802 building permits that it has geocoded inside the North Shoal Creek planning-area boundary, the earliest dated July 1, 1977 and the most recent September 30, 2026, for a combined declared construction value of $386,726,811. Declared value is the figure the applicant put on the permit application, not market value or finished cost. Counted from the city's Issued Construction Permits dataset (3syk-w9eu), building permits only, over every issue date in that dataset. The boundary test needs a mapped coordinate, and about one building permit in seven (13.8% as published on 2026-07-26) carries no location, so those rows cannot be placed in any neighbourhood and are not in this figure.

What ZIP codes cover North Shoal Creek?

No ZIP code centroid falls inside the North Shoal Creek boundary, so we search the 5 nearest instead: 78757, 78758, 78759, 78731, 78756. We match ZIP codes to planning areas by testing each ZIP's centroid against the boundary polygon, so a large ZIP can overlap an area without its centre landing inside it. Use the boundary, not the ZIP, as the authority.