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

Last updated: January 2026

This is a permit application for a Sidewalk, Driveway, Curb and Gutter, and Culvert Parking lot within the city limits of Houston, Texas.

Last updated: 10/13/2020

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

Updated December 26, 2023

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

Last updated: 03-18-2024

List of the currently adopted codes.

Last updated: 03-07-2024

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 

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

Overview of Building Code Design Criteria

Last updated: May 22, 2025.

Procedures for requesting a contractor name change or address change on an existing building permit.

Last updated: January 2026

Commissioning statement for the mechanical systems, service water heating systems, and building envelope.

Last updated: February 2024