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Residential Permitting 101

A general overview of the residential building permit process. This presentation will outline the basic steps involved in submitting plans for review, obtaining permits, and scheduling inspections for one and two-family dwellings.

Last updated: 5/22/2023

Public Hearing - Replat With Notification

Last Updated: June 2015 

Dangerous Building Demolition (CE_1280)

This guide provides the requirements for demolition of dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

CE_1091 Model Home Brochure

Last Updated: 9.14.22

Residential Storm Damage Repair Work Brochure

Storm damage repair guidelines for single-family homes and duplexes.

Last updated: 5/22/2024

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

Live-Work Program (CE1277)

This guide provides an overview of the qualifications and submittal requirements for projects that wish to establish a Live-Work unit through the Occupancy Inspection Section.

Last updated: 10/22/2024

Carport Requirements Brochure

Building permit requirements and information about carports

Manufactured Homes brochure (CE_1289)

This guide provides the requirements for the placement and reconnection of manufactured homes.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

Fire Marshals Office_Houston Fire Department_Presentation_11.19.2024

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

Updated: 11.19.2024