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Online Electronic Plan Submittal – E-Permits

First time users will need to register for an account.

Make sure you are selecting the correct application type in order to avoid any unexpected delays!

Here are the steps for applying through E-Permits:

Access the E-Permits platform and log in
Navigate to the "Projects" section
Click on "Apply"
Locate your address on the map by either entering it or zooming in and double-clicking on the location
A "Red Pin" will appear on the map, and all associated data will be retrieved by E-Permits. If the address is incorrect, you can correct it on the next page
Click on the green "Apply" button
In the selection labeled "Application," choose "Electronic Speed Feedback Sign"
Provide the required detailed information and click on "Next"
Complete the application page and click on "Next"
Upload all the necessary documents, and once finished, click on "Next"
Finally, review the disclaimer, select "Agree," and then click on "Submit Application

Conditions & Exceptions

Standard Bonds

After the project is approved, the contractor can submit a Harris County Right-of-Way (ROW) Notification prior to construction
Contractor will provide a “Notification of Construction in the Right-of-Way” application and a surety bond on the Harris County Bond form with the seals that are either embossed or raised to our office either by mail or hand delivery. The applicant also has the option to submit the documents electronically using our E-Permits portal

The Bond

Must use the Harris County approved bond
Must use a new bond. An existing bond will not be accepted
Harris County’s minimum bond is $5,000 per location
Power of attorney must be attached to the Harris County approved bond
Contact the Public Review Group for bond amounts

It is the intent of Harris County to process and approve the Harris County ROW Notification within 10 business days
Once the Harris County ROW Notification has been approved, a confirmation email will be sent to the email address listed on the application with the request number and finalized fee

What You Need To Know

Standard Bond for ROW
- Must use Harris County form
- Requires “Power of Attorney”
Electronic Speed Feedback Signs Requirements
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Electronic Speed Feedback Signs provide drivers with feedback about their speed in relation to the posted speed limit.

Applicant shall obtain a “Notification of Construction in Right-of-Way” from the Harris County Engineering Department, prior to the installation of the Electronic Speed Feedback Sign.

Applicant shall submit a detailed map of the Homeowner’s Association (HOA) boundary and a sketch or plan that shows all signing, driveways, sidewalks, traffic signals, and adjacent land use within 300 feet of the proposed Electronic Speed Feedback Signs as part of the “Notification of Construction in Right-of-Way” permit application.

If existing signs must be relocated due to conflicts with the Electronic Speed Feedback Sign, replacement signs must meet current Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) requirements and the responsibility for installing replacement signs shall be at the expense of the HOA.

Applicant shall submit Electronic Speed Feedback Sign shop drawings in accordance with Harris County’s standard detail for Electronic Speed Feedback Signs as part of the “Notification of Construction in Right-of-Way” permit application.

The HOA shall be responsible for installation, condition, maintenance, and removal of Electronic Speed Feedback Signs within Harris County’s Right-of-Way (ROW).If Harris County believes the HOA has failed to perform maintenance or repairs, Harris County shall notify the HOA in writing explaining how Harris County believes the Homeowner’s Association has failed to perform its maintenance or repair duties and allow the HOA to cure such a failure within sixty (60) days of receipt of the Notice to Cure, then the Harris County may, in its sole discretion remove the Electronic Speed Feedback Sign. In such cases where the maintenance or repair work is of immediate action due to roadway safety issues, Harris County may in its sole discretion remove the Electronic Speed Feedback Sign. Costs associated with removal of the Electronic Speed Feedback Signs will be the responsibility of the HOA.

Applicant shall submit a “Letter of Responsibility” from the Homeowner’s Association (HOA) President to acknowledge all responsibility for installation, condition, maintenance, and removal of the Electronic Speed Feedback Sign, as it is the responsibility of the pertinent Homeowner’s Association (HOA). “Letter of Responsibility” shall be notarized and submitted as part of the “Notification of Construction in Right-of-Way” permit application.