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

Authorizes an agent on behalf of owner.

Last updated: 08.26.2019. This document is maintained by Utility Analysis.

Last Update: 2.11.2020. Updated to require representative's signature.

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

Step by step guide for applying for a wastewater capacity letter online.

Last updated: January 18, 2022

For shopping center with excess capacity.

Last updated: 10.25.2019. This document is maintained by Utility Analysis.

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

The template drawing is to assist in the preparation of plans for residential remodeling and addition projects.

Last Updated: April 2025