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2021 IRC Proposed Houston Amendments

Proposed local amendments to the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC)

Updated August 17, 2023

Residential Facility Pre-Application Questionnaire (CE1326)

Pre-application questionnaire to determine residential facility type and permitting needs

Limited Use Banner Sign Application

Application for a limited-use banner sign.

iPermits Acknowledgement Form (CE1240)

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

Last updated: 03-18-2024

02771-01_2023_11_MOD.dwg

02771-01 Curb, Curb and Gutter, and Header Details

Updated 12-19-2023

Analysis of Impervious Cover (OCE0003)

This form must be completed for all projects (commercial and residential).

Last updated: 2/4/2020

Post Install Solar Inspection Letter (CE-1387b)

This is an example inspection letter for a Solar APP+ project. For an example of a typical solar panel system, refer to form CE-1387a.

Last updated: Nov. 17, 2022 

Carport Requirements Brochure

Building permit requirements and information about carports

Building Code Enforcement Permit Fee Schedule

Quick reference handout listing Building Code Enforcement's permit fees, effective January 1, 2024.

Last updated: 1/1/2024

Residential Permit Fee Schedule

Exhibit J includes the revised fee structure for one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses and their detached accessory structures. The fees went into effect on January 1, 2022.

Last updated: 04/11/2022