The city of Houston, TX does not have zoning. Development is governed by ordinance codes.

City codes do not address land use.

Learn more by exploring the Development Regulations section of the Panning & Development Department of The City of Houston.

Codes cover structural requirements, electrical and mechanical systems, plumbing and accessibility.

Construction, alteration, maintenance, repair, and demolition of buildings and other structures follow The Houston Construction Code.

The City Council approves and periodically amends the code. Please visit the Houston Public Works section on Codes to learn more.

Important consideration for how taxes may potentially impact the profitability and value of a property by affecting operating expenses and property valuation is given to all opportunities.

Special attention to the expected quality of life in a community and its relationship with area tax rates, potential tax benefits, and other available programs.

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts’ Real Property Repair And Remodeling section provides additional information on taxes.

Houston, TX is located on the Gulf Coast and is prone to heavy rainfall, hurricanes, and storm surge, which can lead to significant flooding in the city.

Please see the decision making process made available by the Harris County Engineering Department under their Floodplain Management section for additional information on important considerations to help protect public safety, reduce flood damage, and maintain access to flood insurance.