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Dangerous Building Demolition (CE_1280)

This guide provides the requirements for demolition of dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

Sign Administration Plan Review User Guide (English)

Last Updated: August 2024

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

Commercial Building Plan Review User Guide (English)

Last Updated: August 2024

Electronic Locks EPR User Guide

Electronic plan review user guide for electronic lock projects

Dangerous Building Repair (CE_1336)

This guide provides the requirements for repairing dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

Commercial EPR User Guide

Electronic plan review user guide for commercial new construction projects

Updated: June 20, 2023

How to View and Respond to OCE Comments

This guide shows users how to view and respond to plan review comments in ProjectDox for projects submitted to the Office of the City Engineer.

Last updated: 08/17/2022 

Residential Plan Review User GUide (English)

Last Updated: August 2024

Registration Form for Elevator Contractor (CE1351)

Form for registering licensed elevator contractors with the City of Houston

Last updated: Jan. 10, 2024