The application package for an encroachment permit from the Office of the City Engineer.

Last updated: January 13, 2026.

The Energy Compliance Information Certificate sticker has been updated to conform to the newly adopted 2015 IECC. The sticker can be used to comply with Section 401.3 of the Houston Energy Code or, if preferred, a builder can use their own compliance sticker. After it is completed and printed, the certificate must be attached inside the electrical panel. This sticker can be printed on Avery® Labels 6876.

Last updated: February 20, 2025

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

Checklist for obtaining a floodplain development permit for flood damage repair on single-family residential property.

Checklist for obtaining a floodplain development permit for flood damage repair to a commercial or multifamily residential property.

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

Storm plan review checklist for residential projects with tract size of less than 15,000 square feet

Last updated: Feb. 17, 2022

Permit application to haul earth materials through the City of Houston.

Last updated: January 2026

This is a permit application for a Sidewalk, Driveway, Curb and Gutter, and Culvert Parking lot within the city limits of Houston, Texas.

Last updated: 10/13/2020

Application to request an iPermits portal account for a licensed contractor and advance pay accounts (APA or SR).

Last updated: 03-18-2024