Yes, you most likely need a permit to remodel a bathroom in Houston. Most bathroom remodels involve plumbing and electrical work that must be done in compliance with building codes.
A building permit is required for most residential projects inside the corporate city of Houston limits; these include, but are not limited to: Construction work on new or existing buildings.
Storage sheds that are less than 120 square feet and eight feet in height do not require a building permit, but still require Planning Division approval through an over-the-counter application called a Zoning Clearance.
Q: Is there Zoning in Harris County? A: No. There is a No Zoning Letter updated at the beginning of every year by the Manager of Permits.
Impervious cover increased from 5.78% off the land area to 9.08%, a 57.12% increase. Forested land decreased from 42.98% of the county to 38.96%, a 9.16% net decrease. Wetlands decreased from 12.17% of the county to 11.35%, a 6.74% net decrease.
Residential permits apply to any development that occurs on private property and not for commercial use. Examples would include: mobile homes; additions to existing homes; swimming pools; porches; private paving; garages; new home construction; patios; and, any structural repair.
Harris County does not require a General Contractor's License to perform construction within the Unincorporated areas.
Residential permits apply to any development that occurs on private property and not for commercial use. Examples would include: mobile homes; additions to existing homes; swimming pools; porches; private paving; garages; new home construction; patios; and, any structural repair.
A building permit is required for most residential projects inside the corporate city of Houston limits; these include, but are not limited to: Construction work on new or existing buildings. Remodeling (excluding painting, wallpapering) Building repair work.
General Business License The State of Texas does not require a general license. All entities that transact business in Texas are required to register with the Texas Secretary of State or county clerk's office.