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Building Permits in Houston, TX
Texas — Harris County
85/100 — Very Friendly
50
Median Permit Days
$12,500
Avg Permit Cost
18,000
Annual Permits
2.5 mo
Avg Entitlement
Regulatory Details
Impact Fee Range
$3,500 - $15,000
Form-Based Code
No
Design Review Required
No
Inclusionary Housing
Not required
Recent Approval Rate
92%
Common Zoning Codes
SF-1, SF-2, MF-1, MF-3, GC, HC
Local Notes
Houston has no traditional zoning; development is regulated by deed restrictions and land use ordinances
Minimal entitlement risk but flooding and drainage requirements add review time
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