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

Last Updated: April 2025

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

Residential plan review checklist for Traffic (OCE-002)

Last updated: 8/23/2021

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

NOTE: This is not an engineered drawing. 

Updated: 06/05/2024

Overview of Building Code Design Criteria

Last updated: May 22, 2025.

To provide a means for expediting the plan review of large commercial design projects prepared by professional (licensed architect/engineer) designers, and which are ready for final plan re-submittal for minimal corrections. A paid review meeting may be scheduled to review corrections for permit issuance

Last updated: 08-02-2023

Building permit requirements and information about carports

Senate Bill 509 requires municipalities to verify that an asbestos survey has been conducted prior to issuing renovation or demolition permits for public or commercial buildings, and affects renovation and demolition permits for public or commercial buildings issued by municipalities on or after January 1, 2002.

Last updated: 06/09/2022

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

NOTE: This is not an engineered drawing.