Modular home (residence) Placement Permit

HPWCODE1126
Permit Description

Construction of a new foundation and placement of a State of Texas approved modular home on a single family property.

After Approval

Permit must be kept on site until final approval is granted.

Fee: See City of Houston fee schedule
Admin fee: $33.56
Plan review fee: See City of Houston fee schedule
Plan Review: Required
Inspection: Required
Renewal: Not Required
Valid Period: 6 Months
Processing Time: 15 Business Days
Houston Public Works

1002 Washington Ave., 4th Floor
Houston, TX 77002

8 am to 4:30 pm
What You Need
  • Building Permit Application
  • Declaration in Support of Application for City of Houston Building Permit
  • Complete Set of Plans Uploaded
Apply Online

1. Log in or create an iPermits account at: https://www.hpceservices.org/

2. Complete building permit application

3. Pay plan review fee(s)

4. Receive email invitation to upload plans.

Conditions & Exceptions

Requires approval by structural, utilities, and planning. Certain conditions may trigger a required review by the stormwater, traffic and / or floodplain groups.

Plan Review
What You Need

Building Permit Application and Complete Set of Plans Uploaded.

Submit Plans Online

Once application is approved and the plan review fee (PX) has been paid, an email to upload and submit plans will be sent to the applicant.

Inspection
What You Need

Approved plans must be on site for inspection.

Schedule Online

Enter the appropriate project number into the field and click Submit button.

Schedule by Phone

To schedule inspections, contact the Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System at 713-222-9922. Trade inspections must be scheduled by the appropriate registered licensed contractor.