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

List of Registered Independent Energy Technicians.

Last Updated: February 18, 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

List of Registered Special Inspectors

List of approved special inspectors. 

Last updated: February 19, 2026

Sign Administration Plan Review User Guide (English)

Last Updated: August 2024

2147 Prerequisites Plan Procedures

Prerequisites Plan Procedures.

Live-Work Program (CE1277)

This guide provides an overview of the qualifications and submittal requirements for projects that wish to establish a Live-Work unit through the Occupancy Inspection Section.

Last updated: 10/22/2024

Frequently Missed Inspection Items (CE1354)

Last updated: June 09, 2025

Commercial Building Plan Review User Guide (English)

Last Updated: August 2024

List of Licensed Sign Contractors

List of sign contractors currently licensed with the City of Houston.

Last updated: January 30, 2025

Residential Permitting 101

A general overview of the residential building permit process. This presentation will outline the basic steps involved in submitting plans for review, obtaining permits, and scheduling inspections for one and two-family dwellings.

Last updated: 5/22/2023