One of my builders.
This from the CoA spokesperson:
“Under the Order signed this morning, there will be no commercial construction, except in the limited exception where it’s constructing essential and critical assets. (See Ex B, 2p). Construction will be allowed for public works and residential purposes if it meets the other criteria, like affordable housing, etc. Several City of Austin capital improvement projects are categorized as critical infrastructure under the public works clause and will continue construction. Crews are continuing to use best practices for sanitizing, distancing, etc.”
EMILY TUTTLE, CITY OF AUSTIN SPOKESWOMAN
With the "etc" in that statement including the following: public works construction, construction of affordable housing, housing for individuals experiencing homelessness, social services construction, and commercial construction that supports essential businesses or critical infrastructure in response to this public health emergency.