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CP General Notes (PDF)
Commercial Reroofing Only Worksheet (CE1076)

For reroof only commercial projects. 

Last updated: April 2024

CP General Notes (DWG)
CP Cover Sheet (PDF)

PDF template for Capital Project cover sheet

Last updated: January 3, 2024

Non-CP / Private Cover Sheet (CAD)

Updated: November 1, 2025.

Commercial Permitting 101

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

Appointment Scheduler and Check-in Guide for Plan Review

Step by step guide on how to schedule an appointment online and to check-in for your appointment.

Last updated: 6/27/2014

Non-CP / Private Cover Sheet

Updated: November 1, 2025.

CP Sheet Index (DWG)
Occupancy Inspections for Existing Buildings (CE1278)

This guide provides the qualifications and submittal requirements for requesting a Certificate of Occupancy for existing buildings.

Last updated: November 5, 2025.