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Water Main Abandonment Procedure

Procedures for obtaining a water main abandonment permit.

Last updated: 1/1/2019

Large Job Application - Non-Billable

Application for water lines or fire hydrants. 

Last updated: 06/13/2022

Easement Survey Checklist

Checklist for obtaining approval on easement surveys.

Sprinkler Go-to-Work Permit Guideline (CE1260)

By state law, sprinkler plans must be designed by a licensed sprinkler contractor. Typically, the sprinkler contractor is selected by the general contractor after the construction documents have been submitted for permit or the building permit has been issued. As a result, sprinkler drawings are designed and submitted after the building plans are reviewed and construction has commenced.

Last updated: 01-01-2024

Fire Hydrant Installation and Relocation Procedure

Procedures for obtaining a permit to install or relocate a fire hydrant.

Last updated: 7/1/2017

Developer Payment Bond - Non DPC

Developer payment bond as required by City of Houston Code Sec. 47-163. This is for non-Developer Participation Contract (DPC) projects.
Last update: 07/24/2020.
This document is maintained by Taps & Meters.

List of City Approved Contractors to Install Small Water Meters

Last update: 04/01/2024.

Sewer Main or Lateral Application

Permit application for the construction of a sanitary sewer main or lateral taps to manholes.

Sewer Tap Permit Procedure

Procedures for obtaining a sanitary sewer tap permit.

Last updated: 8/1/2018

Sanitary Sewer Tap Application

Application for a sanitary sewer tap permit.