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To define the minimum plan review requirements to obtain a building permit for the installation of a Modular or Prefabricated Building. Code requirements that apply to newly constructed buildings also apply to these prefabricated structures except state approved plans which are accepted without additional review.
Last updated: February 2024
Last Updated: June 20, 2025.
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
The following drawing is an example of typical construction and can be used as a reference.
NOTE: This is not an engineered drawing.
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
This is a guide to assist in the plan review, permit, and inspection process for the installation of a solar panel system. The required components to be included in drawings to obtain permits, and the items that the city inspectors will be verifying in the field during the inspection process are included.
Last updated: 03/25/2024
General prerequisite requirements for plan review. This form must be completed by the sign contractor.
Last updated: December 5, 2025
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
The following drawing is an example of typical construction and can be used as a reference.
NOTE: This is not an engineered drawing.
The following drawing is an example of typical construction and can be used as a reference.
NOTE: This is not an engineered drawing.