Complete and attach this form to each plan set. Commercial plans must be submitted with this form in order for your plans to be considered as complete for the purpose of plan review.

Updated: October 4, 2024

The following detail and specifications, issued in conjunction with the Department of Neighborhoods and Health Department, identifies requirements for the demolition of swimming pools and spas; including, but not limited to, pools determined to be in violation of the City of Houston Minimum Standards or Dangerous Building Ordinance.

Last updated: January 2026

Guidelines and forms for requesting an after-hours review service (AHRS) for Building Code Enforcement Plan Review. 

Last updated: January 2026

The guide explains the requirements and procedures of the City of Houston-approved fabricator program. 

Last updated: February 20, 2026

This is an example inspection letter for a Solar APP+ project. For an example of a typical solar panel system, refer to form CE-1387a.

Last updated: Nov. 17, 2022 

This is an example of an inspection letter for a typical solar panel system. For a Solar APP+ project, refer to form CE-1387b.

Last updated: Nov. 17, 2022

Registration & Renewal Process for State Air Conditioning Licenses.

Last updated: 03/08/2024

This is a guide to assist in the plan review, permit, and inspection process for the installation of a solar panel system. The required components to be included in drawings to obtain permits, and the items that the city inspectors will be verifying in the field during the inspection process are included.

Last updated: 03/25/2024

The plan review checklist was created to assist customers submitting plans for standpipe systems for HFD plan review and permit approval.

Last Updated: June 2024