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Ordinance Notes and Plat Notes
Sidewalk and Roadway Obstructions and Impairments Ordinance Rules and Regulations

Summary of Sidewalk and Roadway Obstructions and Impairments Ordinance

TxDOT Ramp Closure Requirements

This document is maintained by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).

Top 10 Things to Know About Permitting (CE1165)

Tips about building construction permitting in the City of Houston.

Last updated: 04/28/2022

Advance Pay Account Guidelines (CE1051)

Guidelines for opening and using an advance pay account (APA).

Last updated: May 9, 2023

Security Control Plan
Building Demolition Guideline (CE1075)

Guidelines for applicants wishing to remove or demolish a building or structure from a property.

Last updated: 01-01-2023

Pipeline Permit Procedures

Procedures for permitting pipeline street crossings and application checklist. 

Last updated: March 2019

Multi-Family Habitability Article IV
Commercial Permitting 101

This document is a brief overview of the typical commercial building permit process for the City of Houston. Links are added for reference. Please contact Building Code Enforcement for assistance with specific questions pertaining to your individual project: 832.394.9494. Presentation, May 31, 2007.

Last updated: 05/04/2022