Design Exception

HPWFMO1038
Permit Description
After Approval

Applicant will receive letter by mail or email citing the stipulations of the design exception

Statutory Authority
Plan review fee: No fee
Plan Review: Required
Inspection: Not Required
Renewal: Not Required
Processing Time: Varies
Houston Public Works

1002 Washington Ave., 3rd Floor
Houston, TX 77002

8 am to 5 pm
What You Need

1. Pre-design exception meeting with FMO plan reviewer and/or Supervising Engineer,

2. Copy of plans and supporting documentation for design exception,

3. Letter signed and sealed by a TX licensed Professional Engineer stating summary of design options

Apply in Person

Apply in person at 1002 Washington Avenue, 3rd Floor (by appointment only)

Conditions & Exceptions

Requires review and approval by Floodplain Management reviewer and Supervising/Managing Engineer prior to having the City Engineer's endorsement

Plan Review
What You Need

* Pre-design exception meeting with FMO plan reviewer,

*Copy of plans and supporting documentation for design exception,

*Letter signed and sealed by a TX licensed Professional Engineer stating summary of design options

Submit Plans in Person

Make an appointment by emailing the FMO reviewer directly or [email protected]

Additional Resources