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Standpipe Plan Review Checklist (CE1353)

The plan review checklist was created to assist customers submitting plans for standpipe systems for HFD plan review and permit approval.

Last Updated: June 2024

Storm Checklist for Residential Projects

Storm plan review checklist for residential projects with tract size of less than 15,000 square feet

Last updated: Feb. 17, 2022

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

Sign Administration Plan Review User Guide (English)

Last Updated: August 2024

Ordinance Notes and Plat Notes
Commercial Building Plan Review User Guide (English)

Last Updated: August 2024

After Hours Review Service Guide and Form (CE1251)

Guidelines and forms for requesting an after-hours review service (AHRS) for Building Code Enforcement Plan Review. 

Last updated: January 2026

Application Form for Plan Review

Application Form for Plan Review

Electronic Locks EPR User Guide

Electronic plan review user guide for electronic lock projects

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.