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09C02 Commercial Steel Stairs
17 Technical Memo, Social Stair Handrail Requirements.pdf

This technical memo is provided to describe the new changes to the Houston Construction Codes with regards to the amendment related to the requirements of Social Stair Handrail requirements.

 

Uploaded 2-13-2024

08C01 Commercial Wood Stairs
10-07-C Commercial Wood Stairs with Landing
iPermits Acknowledgement Form (CE1240)

Application to request an iPermits portal account for a licensed contractor and advance pay accounts (APA or SR).

Last updated: 03-18-2024

Building Code Enforcement Permit Fee Schedule

Quick reference handout listing Building Code Enforcement's permit fees, effective January 1, 2026.

Last updated: 1/1/2026

iPermits How to Purchase a Trade Permit

How to guide for purchasing a trade permit online through iPermits portal.

14-05-R Housing Anchoring Details
SOLAR APP+ PERMIT IPERMITS HOW-TO-GUIDE (CE_1413)

Last Updated: May 2025.

List of Approved Emergency Responder Communication Coverage (ERCC) Designer/Lead Installation Personnel

List of Emergency Responder Communication Coverage (ERCC) Designer/Lead Installation Personnel approved by the City of Houston to perform special inspections.

Last updated: February 19, 2026