The Investigation team is a support service for the Inspection groups to investigate 311 reports for possible permit violations such as:
- Building | Structural Components
- Systems like Electrical, Gas, Mechanical, or Plumbing.
- Occupancy Violations
- Unregulated Residential Facilities
- Boarding Homes
- Lodging Facilities
- Alternate Housing Facilities
- Correctional Facilities
- Dangerous Commercial Structures
- Multi-Family Habitability Violations
- Donation Box Violations
- Nuisances on Commercial Property
This is to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations.
In order to better serve you, please follow the steps below to submit and track your investigation inquiry
Step 1: Click the 311 link to report your incident (report another problem) and follow the prompts.
If you need additional help, here is a video that will walk you through the process.
Step 2: The Houston Permitting Center Investigation department will respond 7-10 business days. To check the status of your case, please use the link below.
Step 3: If you still need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Please have your case number ready. Contact us at 832.394.8841.
The Investigation team is a support service for the Inspection groups to investigate 311 reports for possible permit violations such as:
- Building | Structural Components
- Systems like Electrical, Gas, Mechanical, or Plumbing.
- Occupancy Violations
- Unregulated Residential Facilities
- Boarding Homes
- Lodging Facilities
- Alternate Housing Facilities
- Correctional Facilities
- Dangerous Commercial Structures
- Multi-Family Habitability Violations
- Donation Box Violations
- Nuisances on Commercial Property
This is to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations.
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Permits Requirements
To review the complete code requirements, please refer to your copy of the 2021 International Building Code (IBC) and the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC).
2021 International Building Code (IBC)
Section 105.1: Permit Requirements
- Any owner or authorized agent who plans to:
- Construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure.
- Erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system regulated by this code.
Section 105.2: Work Exempt from Permit
- Exemptions from permit requirements do not exempt the need for permits required by other codes or ordinances.
- Exemptions do not authorize any work that violates the provisions of this code or any other codes, laws, or ordinances of this jurisdiction.
- Building Exemptions:
- One-story detached accessory structures (e.g., tool sheds, storage sheds, playhouses) with a floor area not greater than 120 square feet (11 m²).
2021 International Residential Code (IRC)
Section R105.2: Work Exempt from Permit
- Exemptions from permit requirements in this code do not mean exemptions from permits required by other codes or ordinances.
- Exemptions do not authorize any work that violates the provisions of this code or any other applicable codes, laws, or ordinances.
- Building Exemptions:
- One-story detached accessory structures (excluding storm shelters) with a floor area not exceeding 120 square feet (11.15 m²).
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Houston, TX 77002