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Procedures to Cancel Project Numbers and Permits (CE1089)

Guide explains the process for canceling abandoned projects numbers and permits. 

Last updated: February 2024

Swimming Pool Demolition Guidelines (CE1090)

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

Declaration Supporting Building Permit Application - Business Entity (CE-1381)

Deed restriction compliance declaration in support of a building permit application. To be signed by a corporate or business entity owner.

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

Multi-Family Habitability Registration
Building Permit Application (CE1263)

Building permit application for residential and commercial projects

Last updated: 05/27/2021

Declaration Supporting Building Permit Application - Individual (CE-1380)

Deed restriction compliance declaration in support of a building permit application. To be signed by an individual owner.

Approved Fabricator Guidelines (CE1285)

The guide explains the requirements and procedures of the City of Houston-approved fabricator program. 

Last updated: February 20, 2026

Post Install Solar Inspection Letter (CE-1387b)

This is an example inspection letter for a Solar APP+ project. For an example of a typical solar panel system, refer to form CE-1387a.

Last updated: Nov. 17, 2022 

Post Install Solar Inspection Letter (CE-1387a)

This is an example of an inspection letter for a typical solar panel system. For a Solar APP+ project, refer to form CE-1387b.

Last updated: Nov. 17, 2022