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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

02517-01 LDWL Tunnel and Casing Details for Water Lines 24-Inch and Larger

2021 Detail for 02517-01 LDWL Tunnel and Casing Details for Water Lines 24-Inch and Larger (effective October 1, 2021)

 

Last updated: July 6, 2021

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

02317-09 (2020 Detail)

2020 Detail for 02317-09 Standard LDWL Excavation and Backfill Detail 

02447-01 Bedding Backfill Auger Pit Auger Hole
02523-01 Reduced Pressure Backflow Preventer RPBP
02520-01 (2020 Detail)

2020 Detail for 02520-01 Standard Fire Hydrant Detail 

15641-02 (2020 Detail)

2020 Detail for 15641-02 Standard LDWL Cathodic Protection Details for Test Stations (Sheet 2 of 3)

15640-01 Standard LDWL Cathodic Protection Details for Joint Bonding (Sheet 1 of 2)