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Permitting and inspection information for house moving.
Last updated: 12-11-2023
Prerequisites Plan Procedures.
Last updated: 11/22/2019
Summary of Sidewalk and Roadway Obstructions and Impairments Ordinance
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: 2/13/2019
Step by step guide on how to schedule an appointment online and to check-in for your appointment.
Last updated: 6/27/2014
This guide provides the qualifications and submittal requirements for requesting a Certificate of Occupancy for existing buildings.
Last updated: 2/12/2019
All commercial properties in the City of Houston are required to obtain and display a Certificate of Occupancy.
Revised 06-04-2021
This document is a brief overview of the typical commercial building permit process for the City of Houston. Links are added for reference. Please contact Building Code Enforcement for assistance with specific questions pertaining to your individual project: 832.394.9494. Presentation, May 31, 2007.
Last updated: February 2024