The Commercial One Stop Section was created to facilitate a walk-thru review of certain minor commercial projects. This guideline is to assist in identifying projects that qualify for this service. Please note that other reviews may be required prior to the building permit issuance. 

Last updated: 01-26-2024

Drawings may be used to document a 1-hour fire rated exterior wall design for wood framed structures located less than 5-feet to the property line after the effective dates of the adopted 2015 IBC and IRC codes.

Rev 1/17/2023

The following drawing is an example of typical construction and can be used as a reference.

NOTE: This is not an engineered drawing.  

Updated: October 2024

Guideline for completing the COMcheck form. This form is a pre-requisite for commercial plan reviews.

Last updated: February 2024

Last Updated: September 5, 2024

The template drawing is to assist in the preparation of plans for residential remodeling and addition projects.

Last Updated: April 2025

The template drawing is to assist in the preparation of plans for residential remodeling and addition projects.

Last Updated: April 2025

Projects within the right-of-way or public utilities easement. 

Extraterritorial Jurisdiction “ETJ” is all unincorporated territory extending 5 miles beyond the corporate boundaries of the city limits of Houston as established by Chapter 42 – Texas Local Government code.

Last updated: 01/01/2022

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Phone: 832.393.5603 and can also Email: [email protected].