Complete this application and declaration when applying for a Certificate of Occupancy for Live Work units and Residential Facilities only. For other types of properties, refer to form CE-1045A.

Revised: January 2025

Application to request an address for a property.

Last updated: 03/18/2024

Hoja de trabajo para permisos para nivelar excavaciones y rellenado (Grading and fill worksheet in Spanish)

Last updated: 10/16/2019

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

For reroof only commercial projects. 

Last updated: April 2024

http://www.gims.houstontx.gov/portalWS/MainPortal.aspx

Please contact us at 832-395-3020 or [email protected]

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

Step by step guide on how to schedule an appointment online and to check-in for your appointment.

Last updated: 6/27/2014

This guide provides the qualifications and submittal requirements for requesting a Certificate of Occupancy for existing buildings.

Last updated: November 5, 2025.