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List of Registered Independent Third Party Energy Technicians (CE-1406)

List of Registered Independent Energy Technicians.

Last Updated: February 20, 2026

List of the Currently Adopted Construction Codes (CE1199)

List of the currently adopted codes.

Last updated: 03-07-2024

Alternate Method Guideline (CE1103)

Guideline for submitting requests for alternate methods, code interpretations and modifications.

Last Updated: January 20, 2026

2021 Code Words

2021 Code Words provide interpretations, written policies, and procedures to aid in the application of construction code. 

Last updated: September 15, 2025

iPermits Acknowledgement Form (CE1240)

Application to request an iPermits portal account for a licensed contractor and advance pay accounts (APA or SR).

Last updated: 03-18-2024

Encroachment Package (OCE-2004)

The application package for an encroachment permit from the Office of the City Engineer.

Last updated: January 13, 2026.

List of Registered Fabricators

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

Flood Damage Repair Checklist for Single-family Residential Properties

Checklist for obtaining a floodplain development permit for flood damage repair on single-family residential property.

Flood Damage Repair Checklist for Commercial and Multifamily Residential Properties

Checklist for obtaining a floodplain development permit for flood damage repair to a commercial or multifamily residential property.

Earth Hauling Application (CE1026)

Permit application to haul earth materials through the City of Houston.

Last updated: January 2026