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Plan Review Prerequisites Checklist (CE-1427)

General prerequisite requirements for plan review. This form must be completed by the sign contractor.

Last updated: December 5, 2025

Burglar Alarm Permit Application

Application for residential and non residential burglar alarm and panic alarm permits.

 

List of Licensed Sign Contractors

List of sign contractors currently licensed with the City of Houston.

Last updated: January 30, 2025

iPermits Reference Guide for Sign Administration

Quick reference guide for the iPermits online portal for Sign Administration users.

Sign Administration Business Name Change Form (CE_1425)

Sign Administration Business Name Change Form

Updated: October 2025

Houston Sign Code

City of Houston Sign Code, effective July 29, 2020

TC Jester Scenic Right-of-Way

Map of TC Jester Scenic Right-of-Way

Last updated: Dec. 8, 2022

Informational Letter 0007-2004 (CE-1333)

Footing/Foundation Certification Program

Updated: November 2025.

Downtown Scenic District

Map of Downtown Scenic District

Last updated: Dec. 8, 2022

Tanglewood/Post Oak Scenic Districts

Map of Tanglewood Area Scenic District and Post Oak Scenic District

Last updated: Dec. 8, 2022