Vacuum Breaker/backflow preventer
Instrument Reference Number
HPWCODE1100
Areas of Interest
Valid Period
180 Days
Inspection
Required
Renewal
Not Required
Plan Review
Not Required
Fee
$34.24 for first three; $11.41 each additional. (Minimum Permit Fee is $97.56)
Admin fee
$33.56
Processing Time
1 business day
About
Cross connection control
Conditions and Exceptions
- Permit must be obtained by a master plumber or irrigator registered with the City of Houston.
- Minimum permit fee is $91.05
Apply What you need
- Plumbing Permit Application (CE-1020)
Note: Master Plumber or Irrigator license is required for permit
Apply Online Steps
- Log in to iPermits or submit an iPermits Acknowledgement Letter (CE-1240) to request an iPermits licensed user account
- Complete the plumbing permit application
- Pay for permit fee
- Permit will be emailed to the applicant
Apply in Person Steps
Apply in person at 1002 Washington Avenue, Houston, TX 77002 or at one of the Satellite Offices.
Apply by Email
Advance Pay Account holders may apply for the permit by fax.
Fax the completed Plumbing Permit Application (CE-1020) to the Permits Office at 832-395-9621.
Application Link
Inspection What you need
Permit and plans must be on site for inspection.
Inspection Schedule by Phone Steps
To schedule inspections, contact the Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System at 713-222-9922.
Please follow the prompts and have the project number and your scheduling PIN readily available.
Inspection Schedule Online Steps
- Enter the appropriate project number into the field and click the Submit button.
- Select the appropriate type of inspection and click the Submit button.
- Enter your license number (digits only) and scheduling PIN.
Inspection Schedule Link
Inspection Conditions & Exceptions
Certification required at final inspection.