Summary of Sidewalk and Roadway Obstructions and Impairments Ordinance

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

All commercial properties in the City of Houston are required to obtain and display a Certificate of Occupancy.

Revised: March 2024

The Energy Compliance Information Certificate sticker has been updated to conform to the newly adopted 2015 IECC. The sticker can be used to comply with Section 401.3 of the Houston Energy Code or, if preferred, a builder can use their own compliance sticker. After it is completed and printed, the certificate must be attached inside the electrical panel. This sticker can be printed on Avery® Labels 6876.

Last updated: February 20, 2025

List of Registered Independent Energy Technicians.

Last Updated: February 20, 2026

When the Residential Energy Code requires energy testing (air leakage and duct leakage tests), the results must be documented using this form. The testing must be done by an independent third party energy technician registered with the City of Houston. The results will need to be submitted to the Mechanical Inspector at the final inspection. If more than 3 systems are installed, please fill out an additional form.

Last updated: 01-30-2024

List of approved special inspectors. 

Last updated: February 19, 2026

Prerequisites Plan Procedures.

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

Last updated: June 09, 2025