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Dangerous Building Demolition (CE_1280)

This guide provides the requirements for demolition of dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

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

Ordinance Notes and Plat Notes
00455 Affidavit of Ownership or Control Form

Last updated 04/15/2020

Fire Code Ordinance 2007-777

City of Houston, Texas, Ordinance Number 2007-777. An ordinance amending the City of Houston Fire Code relating to administrative fees. 

Checklist 30pct 50pct And 70pct For Developer Participation Contract

Developer Participation Contract (DPC) checklist for developers.

Last updated: 3/21/2022

Dangerous Building Repair (CE_1336)

This guide provides the requirements for repairing dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

00551 Notice to Proceed

Template for Notice to Proceed letters for Developer Participation Contracts.

Last updated: 3/18/2022

DPC Manual

Project management manual for Developer Participation Contracts (DPCs)

Last updated: 5/9/2022

Occupancy Inspections for Existing Buildings (CE1278)

This guide provides the qualifications and submittal requirements for requesting a Certificate of Occupancy for existing buildings.

Last updated: November 5, 2025.