Use a mixture of filters or keywords to find documents and resources by department, type or topic.

Energy Compliance Information Certificate

The Energy Compliance Information Certificate sticker has been updated to conform to the newly adopted 2015 IECC. The sticker can be used to comply with Section 401.3 of the Houston Energy Code or, if preferred, a builder can use their own compliance sticker. After it is completed and printed, the certificate must be attached inside the electrical panel. This sticker can be printed on Avery® Labels 6876.

Last updated: February 20, 2025

Flood Damage Repair Checklist for Single-family Residential Properties

Checklist for obtaining a floodplain development permit for flood damage repair on single-family residential property.

Flood Damage Repair Checklist for Commercial and Multifamily Residential Properties

Checklist for obtaining a floodplain development permit for flood damage repair to a commercial or multifamily residential property.

Dangerous Building Demolition (CE_1280)

This guide provides the requirements for demolition of dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

Energy Testing Results (CE1302)

When the Residential Energy Code requires energy testing (air leakage and duct leakage tests), the results must be documented using this form. The testing must be done by an independent third party energy technician registered with the City of Houston. The results will need to be submitted to the Mechanical Inspector at the final inspection. If more than 3 systems are installed, please fill out an additional form.

Last updated: 01-30-2024

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

CE-1396 Residential Energy Efficiency Certificate

Last updated: 03/08/2024

Owner Self-certification Worksheet

Project cost estimate worksheets for if an owner is doing work with or without a contractor.

Dangerous Building Repair (CE_1336)

This guide provides the requirements for repairing dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

Ordinance No. 2018-258

Signed and adopted changes to the City's floodplain ordinance, Chapter 19.