Guidelines for applying for a residential repairs permit. Residential repairs permits are required for repairs that involve only replacement of existing structural members and other building elements.

Last updated: 12/28/2022

List of Standard Details

Updated 5/22/2024

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

A general overview of the residential building permit process. This presentation will outline the basic steps involved in submitting plans for review, obtaining permits, and scheduling inspections for one and two-family dwellings.

Last updated: 5/22/2023

The Residential One-Stop Guideline lists the various requirements for plan submittal and review of residential construction projects.

Last updated: September 8, 2025

The following drawing is an example of typical construction and can be used as a reference.

NOTE: This is not an engineered drawing. 

Updated: 06/05/2024

The following detail and specifications, issued in conjunction with the Department of Neighborhoods and Health Department, identifies requirements for the demolition of swimming pools and spas; including, but not limited to, pools determined to be in violation of the City of Houston Minimum Standards or Dangerous Building Ordinance.

Last updated: January 2026

Complete this form for permit and inspection of Type 1 Hood fire suppression systems (FSS), or when submitting plans for fire alarm, fire sprinkler, or underground fire lines, or when requesting a Go to Work permit.

Last updated: January 2026

This acknowledgement must be completed by the licensee and submitted to the Fire Marshal’s Office prior to scheduling a final inspection.

Last updated: 01/01/2023