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

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

NOTE: This is not an engineered drawing.  

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

Guidelines for applying for a residential repairs permit. Residential repairs permits are required for repairs that involve only replacement of existing structural members and other building elements.

Last updated: 12/28/2022

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

NOTE: This is not an engineered drawing.  

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

NOTE: This is not an engineered drawing.  

The 2015 Houston Commercial Energy Conservation Code with local Amendments, effective December 9th, 2016, contains mandatory cool roofing provisions for new commercial buildings and alterations to existing commercial buildings.

Updated: 10/16/2019

Beginning June 6, 2012 all new construction plans will require the following items to be clearly identified on the site plan to demonstrate foundation elevation compliance.

Last updated: 6/6/2016

Commercial plan review checklist for Traffic (OCE001)

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