Summary of Sidewalk and Roadway Obstructions and Impairments Ordinance

How to guide for purchasing a trade permit online through iPermits portal.

This is a building permit application for Electrical Systems and Wiring within the city limits of Houston, Texas.

Last updated: January 2026

All commercial properties in the City of Houston are required to obtain and display a Certificate of Occupancy.

Revised: March 2024

This is a building permit application for Plumbing and Irrigation Systems within the city limits of Houston, Texas. 

Last updated: January 2026

This guide provides the requirements for demolition of dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

This is a permit application for Boilers within the city limits of Houston, Texas.

Last updated: July 29, 2024

This is a building permit application for plumbing and Irrigation systems within the city limits of Houston, Texas that is required to be completed when a homeowner will obain the permit and perform the work. 

Last updated: January 2026

This is a permit application for Mechanical / HVAC within the city limits of Houston, Texas.

Last updated: January 2026

Prerequisites Plan Procedures.