This guide outlines the permit and the plan review process associated with erecting scaffolding and other structures to serve as pedestrian protection during construction, repairs, and demolition projects.

Last updated: 01-01-2023

List of Standard Details for Construction Signs

Updated on 5/23/2024

Standard Details for Construction Services.

Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Detail

Updated 11/24/2023

To define the minimum plan review requirements to obtain a building permit for the installation of a Modular or Prefabricated Building. Code requirements that apply to newly constructed buildings also apply to these prefabricated structures except state approved plans which are accepted without additional review. 

Last updated: February 2024

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

Last Updated: June 20, 2025.

02082-07 Corrosion Resistant Manhole for Force Main Discharge

The following drawing is an example of typical construction and can be used as a reference.

NOTE: This is not an engineered drawing.