Trade Permits and Licenses

Registered electrical contractors who wish to install a dishwasher must apply for an electrical permit. 

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Any person or business who wishes to perform electrical work within the City of Houston must register with the Electrical Inspections section.

• Read more about Electrical Contractor Registration

An electrical permit is required any time a lighting fixture or luminaire must be installed, moved, rewired, repaired, or replaced.

• Read more about Electrical Fixture Permit

Registered electrical contractors who wish to install Electrical Meter & Loop Service must apply for an electrical permit.

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Registered electrical contractors who wish to install an Electrical Outlet must apply for an electrical permit.

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Registered electrical contractors who wish to install an interior sign (that is not hardwired) must apply for an electrical permit.

• Read more about Electrical Sign Permit (Non-Sign Administration)

Registered electrical contractors who wish to install electrical charging outlet must apply for an electrical permit.

• Read more about Electrical Vehicle Charging Outlets Permit

The City of Houston regulates the installation, repair, and general safety of elevators. Licensed contractors must register with the City of Houston to obtain permits. 

• Read more about Elevator Contractors

A plumbing permit is required for Floor furnace (non duct).

• Read more about Floor furnace (non duct) Permit

A plumbing permit is required for Point of intended connection to a fuel gas appliance or device.

• Read more about Gas permit