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This document is a brief overview of the typical commercial building permit process for the City of Houston. Links are added for reference. Please contact Building Code Enforcement for assistance with specific questions pertaining to your individual project: 832.394.9494. Presentation, May 31, 2007.
Last updated: February 2024
The 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code was adopted on October 25, 2023, and became effective on January 2, 2023.
Last updated: December 26, 2023
2006 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) Houston Amendments.
Step by step guide on how to schedule an appointment online and to check-in for your appointment.
Last updated: 6/27/2014
Life Safety Bureau Standard No. 04 – Access Control Gates
Updated December 26, 2023
Running document of the proposed local amendments to the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC).
Updated August 17, 2023
The 2021 International Residential Code was adopted on October 25, 2023, and became effective on January 2, 2023.
Last updated: December 26, 2023
Updated August 17, 2023
The 2021 International Building Code (IBC) Houston Amendments were adopted on October 25, 2023, and became effective on January 1, 2024.
Last updated: 12/26/2023
Life Safety Bureau Standard No. 22 – Tents and Other Membrane Structures
Updated December 26, 2023