This example drawing identifies what is needed on the roof plan to be compliant with the solar-ready provisions. This is drawing for reference only.

Last updated Jan. 17, 2023

This technical memo is provided to describe the new changes to the Houston Amendments to the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) for Commercial and Residential provisions with regards to the requirement for EV readiness.  These changes provide options for builders and owners to provide EV-ready construction. 

Uploaded 02/13/2024

This technical memo is provided to describe the new changes to solar readiness in the Houston Amendments to the 2021 Residential Code (IRC) and the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). 

Uploaded 02/13/2024

Last updated: 03/08/2024

Maximum allowable beam span (Revision 1)

New single-family residential plans must be submitted with this checklist in order for plans to be considered as complete for the purpose of plan review.

Last updated: August 2, 2024
 

This document is a brief overview of the typical commercial building permit process for the City of Houston. Links are added for reference. Please contact Building Code Enforcement for assistance with specific questions pertaining to your individual project: 832.394.9494. Presentation, May 31, 2007.

Last updated: February 2024

List of City-registered Mechanical contractors.

Disclaimer: The inclusion of a mechanical contractor or company on this list does not imply and should not be interpreted as constituting or implying any endorsement, recommendation, sponsorship, support, affiliation, or approval by the City of that mechanical contractor or company, or the information on the mechanical contractor's or company’s site, nor the products or services they offer.

Last updated: Feb. 23, 2021