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Mechanical Inspection Request Form for Occupied Residences (CE1048)

This form is to be used for occupied residences only. Form must be received at least one day before the requested inspection date.

Revised 03/08/2024

Permit Cancellation Request Form (CE1206)

Form required when requesting the cancellation of an existing permit with or without a refund: Electrical, HVAC, Occupancy, Plumbing, Sign, and Building

Updated: February 2024

Second Grade Stationary Engineer Application (CE1314)

CE-1314: Second Grade Stationary Engineer Application

Last updated: 06/28/2024

Lista de especificaciones para reparaciones residenciales (CE1059S)

Este formulario debe ser completado por el solicitante para obtener permisos para trabajos que no requieren una revisión del plano siempre y cuando los materiales sean iguales o equivalentes a los materiales que van a ser reparados o reemplazados.

Residential Repair Spec List in Spanish.

Last updated: January 2024

Multi-Family Habitability Registration
Blank SWQMP Checklist
Reinspection Fee Payment Form (CE1054)

For Plumbing, Electrical and HVAC reinspections.

Occupancy Application (CE1045A)

Complete this form when applying for a Certificate of Occupancy for existing buildings or lease spaces except for Live Work units and Residential Facilities. For these types of properties, please use form CE-1045B which includes a Deed Restriction Declaration.

Updated: December 2025

Top 10 Things to Know About Permitting (CE1165)

Tips about building construction permitting in the City of Houston.

Last updated: March 2024

Procedures for Contractor Name and Address Change (CE1211)

Procedures for requesting a contractor name change or address change on an existing building permit.

Last updated: January 2026