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Dangerous Building Demolition (CE_1280)

This guide provides the requirements for demolition of dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

Commercial Prerequisite Checklist (CE1105)

Complete and attach this form to each plan set. Commercial plans must be submitted with this form in order for your plans to be considered as complete for the purpose of plan review.

Updated: October 4, 2024

Procedures for Contractor Name and Address Change (CE1211)

Procedures for requesting a contractor name change or address change on an existing building permit.

Last updated: January 2026

Specifications and Application for Securing a Vacant/Dangerous Building (CE1226)

Last Updated: May 2025

Address or Name Change Request Form (CE1212)

Application to request a contractor name change or address change on an existing building permit.

Last updated: January 2026

Commercial Minor Repair Spec List (CE1112)

This form is to be completed by the applicant to obtain a minor repair permit for work that does not require a plan review provided the materials match or are equivalent to the materials being repaired or replaced.

Updated: 05/17/2022

CE_1091 Model Home Brochure

Last Updated: 9.14.22

Permit Submittal Overview_Presentation_11.19.2024

This presentation was delivered at the Houston Permitting Center Annual Workshop on November 19, 2024.

Updated: 11.19.2024

Commercial Building Plan Review User Guide (English)

Last Updated: August 2024

Sidewalk, Driveway, Curb and Gutter Builders Bond Form

Builder's bond for sidewalk, driveway, curb and gutter. Bond period of less than one year.