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Dangerous Building Demolition (CE_1280)

This guide provides the requirements for demolition of dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

Ordinance No. 2018-225 Boarding Home

Ordinance amending Article XIV of Chapter 28 of the Houston Code of Ordinances relating to the regulation of boarding homes.

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

Ordinance No. 2018-226 Lodging Facility

Ordinance amending Chapter 28 of the Houston Code of Ordinances adding a new article for the regulation of lodging facilities.

List of Boarding Homes and Lodging Facility Applications and Permits

List of boarding homes and lodging facility applications and permits issued.

Last updated: February 13, 2026.

Owner's Affidavit for Boarding Home (CE1328)

Sworn statement relating to criminal offenses for the owner or operator of a boarding home facility.

Residential Facility Pre-Application Questionnaire (CE1326)

Pre-application questionnaire to determine residential facility type and permitting needs

Residential Facilities Annual Inspection Application (CE1329)

Application form for annual inspection of residential facilities, including boarding homes, lodging facilities, alternate housing facilities, and correctional facilities.

Residential Facilities Permitting Process Overview

Overview of the permitting process for boarding homes, lodging facilities, alternate housing facilities, and correctional facilities.

 

Last updated: January 7, 2022

Dangerous Building Repair (CE_1336)

This guide provides the requirements for repairing dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025