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iPermits Acknowledgement Form (CE1240)

Application to request an iPermits portal account for a licensed contractor and advance pay accounts (APA or SR).

Last updated: 03-18-2024

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

Procedures for Contractor Name and Address Change (CE1211)

Procedures for requesting a contractor name change or address change on an existing building permit.

Last updated: January 2026

Sidewalk Driveway Permit Application (CE1023)

This is a permit application for a Sidewalk, Driveway, Curb and Gutter, and Culvert Parking lot within the city limits of Houston, Texas.

Last updated: 10/13/2020

Address or Name Change Request Form (CE1212)

Application to request a contractor name change or address change on an existing building permit.

Last updated: January 2026

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

Declaration in Support of Waiver Request for Temporary Manufactured Home

Deed restrictions compliance declaration form in support of waiver request for the temporary placement of a manufactured home or recreational vehicle on a residential property due to damage from Hurricane Harvey.

Traffic Control Application

Houston Police Department - Traffic Control Application.

Encroachment Package (OCE-2004)

The application package for an encroachment permit from the Office of the City Engineer.

Last updated: January 13, 2026.

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