Permit Description
If impact fees were paid but development never occurred, the capacity may be transferred from one property owner to the new owner of the same site through a Name Transfer Application.
After Approval
Upon completion of the transfer, a new Wastewater Capacity Application will be needed to be submitted
Fees
Fee: $13.42
Admin fee: $5.00
Additional Information
Plan Review: Not Required
Inspection: Not Required
Renewal: Not Required
Valid Period: Once transferred valid until wastewater capacity is used.
Processing Time: 12 business days
Contact
Houston Public Works
1002 Washington Ave., 3rd floor
Houston, TX 77002
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
What You Need
All name transfer applications must be notarized and signed by both the previous and current property owners and accompanied with:
- Proof of ownership: a recorded deed, title report, title option or title insurance policy for the property.
- Copy of the Wastewater Capacity Reservation (WCR) Letter
- Impact Fee or Capital Recovery Charge Receipts
- Site plan of the land under consideration
- Processing fee in the form of a check or money order (Make payable to the City of Houston).
Apply Online
- Email the completed application and supporting documents to: [email protected]
- Questions: reach out to an Assistant Project Manager or Supervisor via email or phone:
- Email: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], and [email protected]
- Phone: (832) 394-8888 and ask to speak with Nia Mayfield, Lisa Carpenter, Pamela Armenta, or Erica Montano