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Fire Alarm Permit Application (CE1046)

This is a permit application for a fire alarm within the city limits of Houston, Texas. Carefully complete all necessary information.

Last updated: January 2026

Fire Access Gate Checklist

Last Update: 5/21/2024

Standpipe Plan Review Checklist (CE1353)

The plan review checklist was created to assist customers submitting plans for standpipe systems for HFD plan review and permit approval.

Last Updated: June 2024

Storm Checklist for Residential Projects

Storm plan review checklist for residential projects with tract size of less than 15,000 square feet

Last updated: Feb. 17, 2022

Life Safety Bureau Standard No. 25

Life Safety Bureau Standard No. 25 – Safety Inspections for Vehicles on Indoor Display

Updated December 26, 2023

Fire Protection Systems Application and Plan Review (CE1047)

Complete this form for permit and inspection of Type 1 Hood fire suppression systems (FSS), or when submitting plans for fire alarm, fire sprinkler, or underground fire lines, or when requesting a Go to Work permit.

Last updated: January 2026

List of the Currently Adopted Construction Codes (CE1199)

List of the currently adopted codes.

Last updated: 03-07-2024

2015 UPC Houston Amendments

The Houston Amendments to the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) were adopted on December 1, 2021, and became effective on April 1, 2022.

Last updated: 04/11/2022 

2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code | ISPSC Houston Amendments

The 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code was adopted on October 25, 2023, and became effective on January 2, 2023.

Last updated: December 26, 2023

Commercial Prerequisite Checklist (CE1105)

Complete and attach this form to each plan set. Commercial plans must be submitted with this form in order for your plans to be considered as complete for the purpose of plan review.

Updated: October 4, 2024