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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

Building Permit Application (CE1263)

Building permit application for residential and commercial projects

Last updated: 05/27/2021

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

CE- 1045A Occupancy Compliance Application- Example
Drawings 02632-04 to 02632-05
  • 02632-04 Storm Sewer Type "B-B" Inlet
  • 02632-05 Storm Sewer Type "B" Inlet Relocation
02081-01 Through 04

Drawings 02081-01 to 04 (2020 Details)

  • 02081-01  Storm Sewer Manhole Type "C" for 42" Diameter RCP and Smaller
  • 02081-02  Storm Sewer Manhole Type "C" for 48" to 72" Diameter RCP
  • 02081-03  Storm Sewer Manhole Type "C" for 78" Diameter RCP and Greater
  • 02081-04  Storm Sewer Manhole Type "C" for Proposed Concrete Box Sewer
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