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The following detail and specifications, issued in conjunction with the Department of Neighborhoods and Health Department, identifies requirements for the demolition of swimming pools and spas; including, but not limited to, pools determined to be in violation of the City of Houston Minimum Standards or Dangerous Building Ordinance.
Last updated: January 2026
Exemption form for low and moderate-cost single-family housing.
Effective: February 1, 2026
Complete this form for permit and inspection of Type 1 Hood fire suppression systems (FSS), or when submitting plans for fire alarm, fire sprinkler, or underground fire lines, or when requesting a Go to Work permit.
Last updated: January 2026
Application to request an iPermits portal account for a licensed contractor and advance pay accounts (APA or SR).
Last updated: 03-18-2024
This guide provides the requirements for demolition of dangerous buildings.
Last updated: 04-03-2025
City of Houston Standard Detail Title Block - ANSI A (8.5 x 11 inches) uploaded 12-12-2023
City of Houston Standard Detail Title Block - ANSI D (34 x 22 inches) uploaded 12-12-2023
2021 Detail for 02091-01 Non-Metallic Frame and Cover (effective October 1, 2021)
Last updated: July 6, 2021
List of the currently adopted codes.
Last updated: 03-07-2024