| applicationName | description | lastModifiedDate | buttonURL | buttonIcon.iconCSSClass | buttonName | tags |
| Affidavit Permit Process Document | Affidavit for Change of Ownership or Change of Business Change | 11/13/2025 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Affidavit%20Permit%20Process_ADAcorrected.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,reviewsheet, |
| CDD Combined Driveway Drawings | CDD Combined Driveway Drawings | 10/22/2015 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/professional-services/standard-civil/1-Sup/CombinedDrivewayDrawings.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | civildevelopmentstandardsdetailspermitdoctag,pdf,commercialdrivewaystandard, |
| Fire Pump | A pump and controller assembly that increases water pressure and flow to the fire protection system when the available water supply is insufficient to meet system demand. | 07/1/2026 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Fire%20Protection%20Checklist%202026/Fire%20Pump_ADAcorrectedrev.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,fireprotection,procedures, |
| Fixed Fire Extinguishing | An automatic or manually activated fire suppression systemthat uses a specific extinguishing agent (such as clean agent, CO2, foam, dry chemical, or water mist) to protect a designated hazard or area. | 07/1/2026 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Fire%20Protection%20Checklist%202026/Fixed%20Fire%20Extinguishing_ADAcorrectedrev.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,fireprotection,procedures, |
| Hood Suppression System | A specialized fire suppression system designed to automatically detect and extinguish fires in commercial kitchen cooking equipment, exhaust hoods, and duct systems. | 07/1/2026 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Fire%20Protection%20Checklist%202026/Hood%20Suppression%20System_ADAcorrectedrev.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,fireprotection,procedures, |
| P1A DT-Sidewalk-Sidewalk Details | P1A DT-Sidewalk-Sidewalk Details | 10/22/2015 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/professional-services/standard-civil/1-Sup/P1A-DT-SIDEWALK-SIDEWALKDETAILS.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | civildevelopmentstandardsdetailspermitdoctag,pdf,commercialdrivewaystandard, |
| Pavement Geometric Design Guidelines | Geometric design guidelines (possible duplicate) | 06/12/2017 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Pavement%20Geometric%20Design%20Guidelines.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | rightofway1,pdf,standards, |
| Pavement Marking Detail (click on File Type to open) | Standard detail for pavement markings | 12/19/2017 | /Portals/43/documents/Publications/professional-services/standard-traffic/2P/PM.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | rightofway1,pdf,specifcations, |
| Paving Over Storm Sewer Agreement | Paving over Harris County Storm Sewer Agreement | 05/09/2016 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/Paving%20Over%20Storm%20Sewer%20Agreement.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | civildevelopmentstandardsdetailspermitdoctag,pdf,agreement, |
| Permittee & Engineer Certification of SWQMP Forms | Certification with respect to SWQ Requirements and SWQ Plan Engineer's Certification | 11/09/2011 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SWQ_permittee_engineer_certification_of_SWQMP_forms.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,form,pdf, |
| Phased Occupancy | Codewords are provided for clarity on how Harris County Fire Code administrators interpret issues with Phased Inspections. | 03/11/2005 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/FC_code_phased_occupancy.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,commercialbuildingpermitdoctag,codeword, |
| Plan Review Top Comments | Most Common Plan Review Comments | 2/1/2026 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Plan%20Review%20Top%20Comments_revised_ADAcorrected_finalrev4.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,reviewsheet, |
| Plat - No ETJ, other ETJ, No-man’s-land plat review list | All HC Plats review guidelines | 07/13/2017 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/PLAT_no_ETJ_other_ETJ_no_mans_land_plat_review_list.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open DOc | pdf,procedures,platting1, |
| Plat Amendment Review Procedures | Amending plat guidelines | 02/29/2016 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/Plat%20Amendment%20Review%20Procedures.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,procedures,platting1, |
| Plat Notes | | 06/13/2023 | /Portals/43/Documents/Platting%20Docs/Plat%20Notes.docx | fa-solid fa-file-lines | Open Doc | platting1, |
| Platting Exception Request | To determine if a property is exempt from the requirement to plat or replat | 9/30/2026 | /Portals/43/Documents/Platting%20Docs/Platting-Exception-Request_ADAcorrected.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | form,pdf,platting1, |
| Platting Flowchart for All Harris County Plats | legal opinion | 02/29/2016 | /Portals/43/Documents/Platting-Flowchart-for-All-Harris-County-Plats.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open doc | pdf,workflow,platting1, |
| Power Release - EPermits | Power Release request in E-permits | | https://epermits.harriscountytx.gov/ExternalPowerRelease.aspx | fa-solid fa-link | Open Doc | link,pdf,occupancy, |
| Power Release Legacy Form | An alternate method to review a power release request | 10/25/2023 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Power%20Release%20Form.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | form,pdf,occupancy, |
| Private Fire Services Main | Underground or aboveground piping, installed in accordance with NFPA 24, that supplies water from the public or private water source to fire protection systems, hydrants, or fire pumps on private property. | 07/1/2026 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Fire%20Protection%20Checklist%202026/Private%20Fire%20Services%20Main_ADAcorrectedrev.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,fireprotection,procedures, |
| Proposed Applicability Chart | Chart used to help determine whether a SWQMP is required | 06/05/2012 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SWQ_proposed_applicability_chart.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,pdf,workflow, |
| ROW Notification Bond | Bond Covering Construction of Facilities within Harris County and Harris County Flood Control District Rights-Of-Ways | 05/01/2013 | https://oce.harriscountytx.gov/Portals/43/Documents/Publications/ROW_Notification_Bond.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | rightofway1,pdf, |
| Real Property Inquiry Systems | County Clerk website to search recorded deeds and recorded plats. | | https://www.cclerk.hctx.net/applications/websearch/ | fa-solid fa-link | Open Doc | link,html,platting1, |
| Registry Template 2013 H1 v2000 | | | /Portals/43/Documents/Platting%20Docs/Digital%20Plat/RegistryTemplate-2013_H1-v2000.dwg | | Open Doc | dwg,digital-plat,platting1, |
| Rene Ranch Replat | | 11/12/2025 | /Portals/43/Documents/2023-Platting/Rene%20Ranch%20-%20Replat%20Notice.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | civildevelopmentstandardsdetailspermitdoctag,pdf,reviewsheet, |
| Renewing / Transferring a Stormwater Quality Permit | Instructions for renewing or transferring SWQ permit | 02/14/2022 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/Updated%20Forms/Renewing_Transferring_a_SWQ_Permit_02-14-2022.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,pdf,procedures, |
| Request For Initial Inspection | Acceptance Request For Initial Inspection | 09/19/2024 | https://oce.harriscountytx.gov/Portals/43/Documents/Publications/RequestForInitialInspection.docx | fa-solid fa-file-lines | Open Doc | form,rightofway1, |
| Request Form (Certificate of Compliance) | Required to remove a Certificate of Non Compliance | | /Services/Development-Services-and-Permits/Inspection-Forms/Certificate-of-Compliance | fa-solid fa-link | Open Doc | link,html,enforcement1, |
| Request Form (Inspection) | Request for Development Permit Inspections to be performed. | | https://epermits.harriscountytx.gov/InspectionRequest.aspx | fa-solid fa-link | Open Doc | link,html,enforcement1, |
| Request Form (Power Release) | Request for release or permanent power. | | https://epermits.harriscountytx.gov/ExternalPowerRelease.aspx | fa-solid fa-link | Open Doc | link,html,enforcement1, |
| Request for Non-duplication of Subdivision Name Letter (HC Tax Office) | A letter from the County Tax Assessor-Collector certifying that the name of the subdivision to be presented to Commissioners’ Court is not in conflict with any other previously recorded subdivision. | 01/13/2021 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SubdivisionNameRequestForm2.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | form,pdf,platting1, |
| Requirements for Record Drawing Inspection Submittal | Acceptance package document requirements | 05/15/2015 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/ACC_requirements_for_record_drawings_inspection.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | rightofway1,pdf,procedures, |
| Residential Flyer (English) | Residential Flyer English Version. | 03/14/2022 | /Portals/43/documents/Publications/Resdiential-Permits-Flyer.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,residentialdevelopment1,example, |
| Residential Flyer (Spanish) | Residential Flyer Spanish Version | 03/14/2022 | /Portals/43/documents/Publications/Res-Flyer-SP201703-updated.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,residentialdevelopment1,example, |
| Review Procedures For No ETJ Zone Plats | No ETJ review guidelines | 02/29/2016 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/Review%20Procedures%20For%20No%20ETJ%20Zone%20Plats.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,procedures,platting1, |
| Review procedures for non-city of Houston ETJ plats | Other ETJ review guidelines | 02/29/2016 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/Review%20procedures%20for%20non%20city%20of%20Houston%20ETJ%20plats%20.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,procedures,platting1, |
| Revising Approved Plans | Harris County Approved Plan Revision Requirements | 5/12/2026 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Civil%20Site%20Projects%20Revising%20Approved%20Plans_Final_ADAcorrected5_29.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | civildevelopmentstandardsdetailspermitdoctag,pdf, |
| STANDARD - Spec Space / White Box Permits | This standard is for speculative lease spaces (or white boxes) within shell buildings. This document will establish the minimum requirements and restrictions. | 08/30/2023 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/Small_Ten_App_Rev092023.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,commercialbuildingpermitdoctag,standards, |
| STANDARD – Operational Permits | Standard for Operational Permits - This standard will provide | 02/24/2020 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/STANDARD-OperationalPermits.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,commercialbuildingpermitdoctag,standards, |
| STANDARD – Portable Classroom Buildings | This standard is for Portable Class Rooms for separation distance and compliance with maximum area based on the type of construction. | 09/17/2019 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/STANDARD-Port-Classrm-Bldgs.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,commercialbuildingpermitdoctag,standards, |
| STANDARD – Fire Protection Water Supply Requirements | Standard for fire water storage, this will help navigate you through the plan approval and Performance-base alternative procedures. | 12/06/2019 | /Portals/43/documents/Publications/STANDARD%20-%20Fire%20Protection%20Water%20Supply%20Requirements.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,standards,fireprotection, |
| SWPPP Checklist | SWPPP plan review checklist | 07/14/2015 | /Portals/43/documents/Publications/SWQ_SWPPP_checklist.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,pdf,planreviewchecklist, |
| SWPPP Detail Sheet (DWG) | SWPPP BMP detail sheet in CAD format | | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SWQ_SWPPP_Details-201612.dwg | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,dwg,reviewsheet, |
| SWPPP Detail Sheet (PDF) | SWPPP BMP detail sheet in PDF format | 12/07/2015 | /Portals/43/documents/Publications/SWQ_SWPPP_Details-201612.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,pdf,reviewsheet, |
| SWQ As-built Certificate | Same as above. | 10/20/2015 | /Portals/43/documents/Publications/SWQ_ABC20150320.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,pdf,asbuiltcertificate, |
| SWQ Guidelines for Harris County Linear Projects (8-21-07) | Guidelines for HC Linear Projects | 08/21/2007 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SWQ_guidelines.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,pdf,standards, |
| SWQ Plan Review Sheet | SWQ review sheet. | 05/31/2013 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SWQ_plan_review_sheet.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,pdf,planreviewchecklist, |
| SWQMP Checklist (2015-10) | Checklist for creating a standard SWQMP Report | 10/22/2015 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SWQMP%20Checklist%202015-10-22.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,pdf,planreviewchecklist, |
| Sample | Modifications, additions, relocations, or alterations to an existing automatic fire sprinkler system as part of a renovation, tenant improvement, or building remodel. | 07/1/2026 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Fire%20Protection%20Checklist%202026/Sprinkler%20System%20Reno%20ADACorrectedrev.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,fireprotection,procedures, |
| Sample Site Plan | Residential Site Plan Exhibit | 05/03/2022 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SampleSitePlan.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,residentialdevelopment1,example, |
| Scrap Metal Permit Application | | | https://oce.harriscountytx.gov/Portals/43/Documents/Publications/Scrap-Dealer-App2020.pdf?ver=bbfzNoSFkkT0n9k7mSBTTA%3d%3d | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf, |
| Scrap Metal Recycling Regulations - Jan. 2013 | | | https://oce.harriscountytx.gov/Portals/43/Documents/Publications/MetalRecyclingRegsEffJan2013.pdf?ver=pMiuLILMKE1eon8BtonLsw%3d%3d | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf, |
| Self Selection Checklist | An application for Final Plat review for RECORDATION in the ETJ and NO ETJ jurisdiction (not applicable for COH ETJ) | 05/04/2023 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/Self%20Select%20Checklist.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,platreviewchecklist,platting1, |
| Shoulder Work TCP Details | Harris County TCP Plan Sheet | 10/24/2014 | /Portals/43/documents/Publications/Shoulder-Work-TCP-Details.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | civildevelopmentstandardsdetailspermitdoctag,pdf,standards, |
| Sign example documents | An example site plan and sign details to assist with sign package creation | 05/24/2011 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SIGN_examples.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,signs,example, |
| Sign permit information & checklist | This checklist shows all the requirement and processes for submitting a sign application | 07/24/2017 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/Sign_flyer_chklst_201706.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,planreviewchecklist,signs, |
| Small Sign Detail (SSD) | Standard detail for small signs | 03/16/2018 | /Portals/43/documents/Publications/professional-services/standard-traffic/2P/SSD.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | rightofway1,pdf,specifcations, |
| Small Tenant Improvement Procedure | These procedures will assist you with completing your Small Tenant Improvement application | 10/27/2017 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SmallTenImprovePro.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,commercialbuildingpermitdoctag,procedures, |
| Small Tenant Occupancy Group User Guide | Instructions for applying for a Small Tenant Build Out Permit | 11/13/2025 | /Portals/43/Documents/Small%20Tenant%20Occupancy%20Group%20Flyer.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,reviewsheet, |
| Sprinkler System (New) | A newly installed automatic fire system designed to provide fire protection for an entire building or new addition in accordance with applicable codes and standards. | 07/1/2026 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Fire%20Protection%20Checklist%202026/Sprinkler%20Systems%20(New)_ADAcorrectedrev.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,fireprotection,procedures, |
| Sprinkler System (Reno) | Modifications, additions, relocations, or alterations to an existing automatic fire sprinkler system as part of a renovation, tenant improvement, or building remodel. | 07/1/2026 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Fire%20Protection%20Checklist%202026/Sprinkler%20System%20Reno%20ADACorrectedrev.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,fireprotection,procedures, |
| Statement of Substantial Compliance (Lab Certification Form) | Acceptance package materials testing and completion form - requires sign and seal | 07/21/2009 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/ACC_statement_substantial_compliance.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | form,rightofway1,pdf, |
| Steps To Compliance | Steps to obtain a Certicate of Compliance | 09/12/2024 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Steps-to-compliance.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,occupancy,procedures, |
| Stormwater Quality Affidavit to the Public | Affidavit to acknowledge owners responsibilities with respect to the permitted OSSF system | 10/18/2016 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SWQ_Affidavit_to_Public10182016.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,affidavit,pdf, |
| Stormwater Quality Permit FAQ | Stormwater Qualty permit FAQ and anwsers. | 03/26/2018 | /Portals/eng/documents/Publications/SWQPermits_FAQ180326.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | faqs,stormwaterqualitydoctag,pdf, |
| Stormwater Quality Permit Renewal Packet | SWQ renewal and transfer document package. | 02/14/2022 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SWQ-Permit-Renewal-Packet-02_14_22.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,pdf,specifcations, |
| Stormwater Quality Regulations | | | https://oce.harriscountytx.gov/Portals/43/Documents/New%20Updates/Stormwater_Quality_Regulations.pdf?ver=PrqeYMgrImScxR72W5vLXA%3d%3d | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf, |
| Stormwater Quality Vegetative Easement | Easement document to set aside SWQ vegetative easement | 04/25/2023 | /Portals/eng/Documents/Publications/SWQ_vegetative_easement.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,form,pdf, |
| Subdivision Standard Paving Detail (click on File type to open) | Standard details for subdivision pavement | 04/16/2015 | /Portals/43/documents/Publications/CV_subdivision_std_paving_detail.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | rightofway1,pdf,specifcations, |
| Submerged Storm Sewer Agreement Form | Standard submerged storm sewer agreement form | 07/07/2022 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/subm_storm_sewers.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | form,rightofway1,pdf, |
| Tenant Improvement Restaurants Flyer | Tenant Improvement Restaurants | 11/13/2025 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Tenant%20Improvement%20-%20Restaurants%20-%20Flyer_rev_ADAcorrected_v5.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,reviewsheet, |
| Toll Road Sign Regulations | | | https://oce.harriscountytx.gov/Portals/43/Documents/Publications/toll_road_sign_regs.pdf?ver=NpuwnQkUMqkV9_Z-Nr_rLw%3d%3d | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf, |
| Trails and Greenways SWQMP Requirement Sheet | Instructions for completing the Express Review sheet SWQ section for Trails and Greenways. | 06/22/2016 | /Portals/43/Documents/Publications/SWQ_Trails_and_Greenways_SWQMP_REQ_Sheet.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open doc | stormwaterqualitydoctag,pdf,procedures, |
| TxDOT Load Restricted Bridge Map | Texas Department of Transportation interactive map of restricted bridges for load transportation. | | https://apps3.txdot.gov/apps/gis/lrbm/ | fa-solid fa-link | Open Doc | link,html,overheightoverweighttransportation, |
| TxDOT Safety End Treatment Standards | TxDOT Exhibit - Safety End Treatment | 07/01/2024 | /Portals/43/documents/Publications/HCFCD-RS1910.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | civildevelopmentstandardsdetailspermitdoctag,pdf,standards, |
| Water Tank NFPA22 | A dedicated water storage tank designed and installed in accordance with NFPA 22 to provide a reliable water supply for fire protection systems. | 07/1/2026 | /Portals/43/Documents/Permits/Fire%20Protection%20Checklist%202026/Water%20Tank%20NFPA22_ADAcorrectedrev.pdf | fa-solid fa-file-pdf | Open Doc | pdf,fireprotection,procedures, |