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Commercial Prerequisite Checklist (CE1105)

Complete and attach this form to each plan set. Commercial plans must be submitted with this form in order for your plans to be considered as complete for the purpose of plan review.

Updated: October 4, 2024

25-14-R Residential Non Fire Rated Wall Section (One-Store - Siding)

The template drawing is to assist in the preparation of plans for residential remodeling and addition projects.

Last Updated: April 2025

One Stop Qualifications for Commercial Projects (CE1042)

The Commercial One Stop Section was created to facilitate a walk-thru review of certain minor commercial projects. This guideline is to assist in identifying projects that qualify for this service. Please note that other reviews may be required prior to the building permit issuance. 

Last updated: 01-26-2024

Asbestos Survey Guideline (CE1258)

Senate Bill 509 requires municipalities to verify that an asbestos survey has been conducted prior to issuing renovation or demolition permits for public or commercial buildings, and affects renovation and demolition permits for public or commercial buildings issued by municipalities on or after January 1, 2002.

Last updated: 06/09/2022

Pedestrian Protection Permit Guideline (CE1124)

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

Modular Building Submittal Requirements (CE1099)

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

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

Approved Fabricator Guidelines (CE1285)

The guide explains the requirements and procedures of the City of Houston-approved fabricator program. 

Last updated: February 20, 2026

Post Install Solar Inspection Letter (CE-1387b)

This is an example inspection letter for a Solar APP+ project. For an example of a typical solar panel system, refer to form CE-1387a.

Last updated: Nov. 17, 2022 

Solar APP+ Application Guidelines_CE-1410

Last Updated: June 20, 2025.