04/22/2026
Austin City Ordinance – Point of Sale (POS) Sump Pump Inspection
What You Need to Know
When selling your home in Austin, the Point of Sale (POS) Ordinance requires a current sump pump inspection as part of the sale process.
Why this causes confusion:
Many homeowners have already had inspections done in past years to determine:
If a sump pump is present
How the sump pump discharges
Important:
Those past inspections do NOT count toward the POS requirement.
What the Ordinance Requires
A new sump pump inspection must be completed at the time of sale
The inspection ensures your system meets current city compliance standards
This applies even if your home was inspected before
Simple Breakdown
✔ Had a sump inspection years ago? → Still need a new one
✔ Know your discharge is correct? → Still needs to be verified again
✔️Don't have a sump pump? → Still needs to be verified again.
✔ Selling your home? → Inspection is required
Bottom Line
The POS Ordinance is focused on current conditions, not past records. A new sump pump inspection is required to complete your home sale.