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Residential Permitting 101

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

Combustible Waste Storage Permit Application - Spanish

Dumpster permit application in Spanish.

 

Last updated: February 2026

Sidewalk and Roadway Obstructions and Impairments Ordinance Rules and Regulations

Summary of Sidewalk and Roadway Obstructions and Impairments Ordinance

Occupancy Compliance Inspection Handout

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

Revised: March 2024

Solicitud para la ocupacion, inspeccion de acatamiento (CE1045s)

Solicitud para la ocupacion, inspeccion de acatamiento (occupancy application in Spanish)

Last updated: January 2025

02893-02 Electrical Service Support Pedestal Service Type PS

02893-02 Electrical Service Support Pedestal Service Type PS

Updated 11-26-2023

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02893-02 Electrical Service Support Pedestal Service Type PS

Updated 12-26-2023

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02760-12 Typical Crosswalk Details

Updated 12-26-2023

01554-08 Typical City of Houston Signs (Sheet 1 of 2)

01554-08 Typical City of Houston Signs (Sheet 1 of 2)

Updated 11-26-2023

Lista de especificaciones para reparaciones residenciales (CE1059S)

Este formulario debe ser completado por el solicitante para obtener permisos para trabajos que no requieren una revisión del plano siempre y cuando los materiales sean iguales o equivalentes a los materiales que van a ser reparados o reemplazados.

Residential Repair Spec List in Spanish.

Last updated: January 2024