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Plumbing and Irrigation System Permit Application (CE1020)

This is a building permit application for Plumbing and Irrigation Systems within the city limits of Houston, Texas. 

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 

Boiler Permit Application (CE1016)

This is a permit application for Boilers within the city limits of Houston, Texas.

Last updated: July 29, 2024

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

Homeowner's Plumbing and Irrigation System Permit Application (CE1284)

This is a building permit application for plumbing and Irrigation systems within the city limits of Houston, Texas that is required to be completed when a homeowner will obain the permit and perform the work. 

Last updated: January 2026

Mechanical HVAC Permit Application (CE1017)

This is a permit application for Mechanical / HVAC within the city limits of Houston, Texas.

Last updated: January 2026

Building Code Design Criteria (CE1110)

Overview of Building Code Design Criteria

Last updated: May 22, 2025.

iPermits How to Purchase a Trade Permit

How to guide for purchasing a trade permit online through iPermits portal.

Commissioning in Plans Guideline (CE1190)

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

Last updated: February 2024