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Dangerous Building Demolition (CE_1280)

This guide provides the requirements for demolition of dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

Live-Work Program (CE1277)

This guide provides an overview of the qualifications and submittal requirements for projects that wish to establish a Live-Work unit through the Occupancy Inspection Section.

Last updated: 10/22/2024

Dangerous Building Repair (CE_1336)

This guide provides the requirements for repairing dangerous buildings.

Last updated: 04-03-2025

Development Plat Variance Request Application

Houston Planning Commission. WORD document. 

Special Event Requisite Sheet

APPLICATION – must be completed, signed, and returned with fee(s) in the form of a cashier’s check, money order, or cash (exact cash amount only please). Please submit three months to one year in advance of event date.

Freeway Ramp Closure Application

The Mayor’s Office of Special Events accepts applications between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except for City-observed Holidays.

TxDOT Ramp Closure Requirements

This document is maintained by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).

Neighborhood Parade Notification Sheet
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.

Overview of the General Commercial Permit Process (CE1279)

This brochure is intended to provide a very high level overview of the commercial building permit process.

Last updated: 1/1/2019