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The Residential One-Stop Guideline lists the various requirements for plan submittal and review of residential construction projects.
Last updated: September 8, 2025
Guidelines for applying for a residential repairs permit. Residential repairs permits are required for repairs that involve only replacement of existing structural members and other building elements.
Last updated: 12/28/2022
Este formulario debe ser completado por el solicitante para obtener permisos para trabajos que no requieren una revisión del plano siempre y cuando los materiales sean iguales o equivalentes a los materiales que van a ser reparados o reemplazados.
Residential Repair Spec List in Spanish.
Last updated: January 2024
This guide provides the requirements for demolition of dangerous buildings.
Last updated: 04-03-2025
Procedures for requesting a contractor name change or address change on an existing building permit.
Last updated: January 2026
Last Updated: May 2025
Application to request a contractor name change or address change on an existing building permit.
Last updated: January 2026
This presentation was delivered at the Houston Permitting Center Annual Workshop on November 19, 2024.
Updated: 11.19.2024
Builder's bond for sidewalk, driveway, curb and gutter. Bond period of less than one year.