Plan Review
Not Required
Inspection
Not Required
Renewal
Required
Fee
$128.66
Admin fee
$32.16
Renewal fee
$128.66
Valid Period
5 years
Processing Time
2-5 business days
About
Application for a school vehicle operator permit.
After Approval
Approved applications trigger the need for an inspection, permit of a school vehicle and a school vehicle driver's license.
Conditions & Exceptions
Renewals are required every 5 years and on amendment.
What You Need
- Vehicle-for-Hire License/Permit (Non-Taxicab) Application Packet, including:
- Traffic warrant check from Municipal Courts
- Proof of insurance: ACORD 25 form from your insurance agent
- Criminal history check: certain items in a 10-year history may require a hearing to authorize or deny. The hearing is conducted in compliance with the Texas Occupations Code standards.
- Listing of all schools to be served
- Listing of all drivers
- Method of payment: cash, check, cashier’s check, money order, or debit/credit card
Apply in Person
- Bring the completed application packet and payment to the Houston Permitting Center.
- Obtain a numbered ticket from the Information Desk. Please wait in the lobby until your number is called.
What You Need
- Vehicle-for-Hire License/Permit (Non-Taxicab) Application Packet, including:
- Traffic warrant check from Municipal Courts
- Proof of insurance: ACORD 25 form from your insurance agent
- Criminal history check: certain items in a 10-year history may require a hearing to authorize or deny. The hearing is conducted in compliance with the Texas Occupations Code standards.
- Listing of all schools to be served
- Listing of all drivers
- Method of payment: cash, check, cashier’s check, money order, or debit/credit card
Renew in Person
- Bring the completed application packet and payment to the Houston Permitting Center.
- Obtain a numbered ticket from the Information Desk. Please wait in the lobby until your number is called.
What You Need
- Vehicle-for-Hire License/Permit (Non-Taxicab) Application Packet, including:
- Traffic warrant check from Municipal Courts
- Proof of insurance: ACORD 25 form from your insurance agent
- Criminal history check: certain items in a 10-year history may require a hearing to authorize or deny. The hearing is conducted in compliance with the Texas Occupations Code standards.
- Listing of all schools to be served
- Listing of all drivers
- Method of payment: cash, check, cashier’s check, money order, or debit/credit card
Renew in Person
- Bring the completed application packet and payment to the Houston Permitting Center.
- Obtain a numbered ticket from the Information Desk. Please wait in the lobby until your number is called.