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Notice: Emergency Responder Communication Coverage (ERCC) Process Update
Effective May 4, 2026, the Houston Fire Marshal’s Office will serve as the primary point of contact for the submission and verification of all Emergency Responder Communication Coverage (ERCC) compliance documentation, as well as related inquiries.…
Update: Plumbing Inspections Now Process Sewer Disconnects - Effective April 6, 2026
Effective Monday, April 6, 2026, in order to streamline the inspection process, Plumbing Inspections will now process sewer disconnects.  Licensed plumbers and property owners should email the revised …
Spring Holiday Closure Notice | Friday April 3, 2026
The Houston Permitting Center will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, in observance of the Spring Holiday. We will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, April 6, 2026. Wishing everyone a happy and safe weekend! #WeAreHereToHelp
Spring Holiday Closure Notice | Friday April 3, 2026
The Houston Permitting Center will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, in observance of the Spring Holiday. We will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, April 6, 2026. Wishing everyone a happy and safe weekend! #WeAreHereToHelp
New Code Word Policy for Drone Delivery Sites/Stations
Building Code Enforcement (BCE) group has issued Code Word 2021-A01, which became effective February 23, 2026, to guide the review and permitting of drone delivery sites and stations. This includes: Landing and takeoff pads Related structures and equipment…
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