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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
Application required to renew City of Houston Special Inspector certification.
Last updated: June 02, 2025.
The fabricators on this list have been certified by a third-party agency and approved by the City of Houston to produce or fabricate primary structural components for buildings.
Last updated: February 19, 2026
Form must be completed by the Special Inspection Agency.
Last updated: September 25, 2025.
The guide explains the requirements and procedures of the City of Houston-approved fabricator program.
Last updated: February 20, 2026
Last updated: June 02, 2025.
Last Updated: June 2015
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
List of approved special inspectors.
Last updated: February 19, 2026
Form must be completed by the Special Inspection Agency.
Last updated: June 2025