Permitting is where a lot of otherwise well-planned projects lose weeks or months — the wrong drawing package submitted, a jurisdiction requirement missed, or an engineer’s stamp needed that nobody flagged until the plan was already rejected. 188 CONSTRUCTION coordinates design and permitting for residential and commercial projects across Houston, whether it’s a standalone service or part of a larger construction project we’re managing.
188 CONSTRUCTION is licensed and insured. Design and permit coordination is handled alongside an engineering professional with a master’s-level background, with registered professionals brought in for anything requiring a stamped drawing or structural review.
Design & Permit Coordination Services
- Preliminary design and scope documentation
- Coordination with architects and engineers for stamped drawings
- Structural, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permit submittals
- Jurisdiction research — city, county and applicable authority requirements
- Permit application and submission management
- Inspection scheduling and coordination
- Landlord and lease-exhibit compliance documentation for commercial projects
- Closeout documentation and final permit sign-off
Mr. Nguyen: 346-900-4000
Why Permitting Trips Up More Projects Than Construction Does
The construction itself is often more predictable than the permitting process around it — different jurisdictions within Greater Houston have different requirements, some projects need multiple permits from different departments, and a submittal that’s missing one required document can sit in review for weeks before anyone tells you what’s wrong. We research the specific jurisdiction and requirements for your address before submitting, rather than using a generic package and hoping it’s accepted.
Why Houston Property Owners Choose 188 CONSTRUCTION
- Jurisdiction-specific research before submittal, not a one-size-fits-all package
- Coordination with registered engineers and architects when a stamped drawing is required
- One point of contact managing design, permitting and construction together, rather than a separate handoff
- Realistic timelines that account for actual permitting turnaround, not an optimistic guess
- Experience with both residential permits and commercial permits tied to landlord and lease requirements
- Straight answers about what’s actually required for your specific project and address
Our Process
- Consultation — We discuss your project scope, address and any design work already done.
- Jurisdiction Research — We confirm what permits and documentation your specific address and project require.
- Design Coordination — Drawings and engineering review are coordinated where the scope requires them.
- Permit Submittal — Applications are prepared and submitted to the applicable authority.
- Review and Response — We track the review, respond to any requested corrections, and keep you updated.
- Inspection and Closeout — Inspections are scheduled and coordinated through final sign-off.
Mr. Nguyen: 346-900-4000
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for my project? It depends on scope and jurisdiction — structural changes, new electrical or plumbing, and most commercial build-outs typically do; cosmetic work often doesn’t. We’ll confirm what applies to your specific address and scope.
How long does the permitting process usually take? It varies significantly by jurisdiction and project complexity — from a couple of weeks for straightforward residential work to several months for larger commercial projects. We’ll give you a realistic estimate once we know your specific scope and location.
Can you handle permitting for a project someone else is building? Yes — we take on design and permit coordination as a standalone service, separate from construction, for projects where you already have a contractor or are managing construction yourself.
What happens if a permit application gets rejected or needs corrections? We track the review status and respond to correction requests directly with the jurisdiction, so the delay is measured in the review cycle rather than compounding while nobody’s watching it.
Service Area
188 CONSTRUCTION serves Houston and surrounding communities, including Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, The Woodlands, Cypress, Spring and Missouri City, subject to project type and jurisdiction.
Permitting is one part of a larger project. See our general contractor Houston services if you need design, permitting and construction coordinated together under one point of contact.
Request a Consultation
Planning a project that needs permits, or stuck in a permitting process that’s stalled in Houston? Let 188 CONSTRUCTION take a look and give you a clear path forward.
Discuss your project with Mr. Nguyen at 346-900-4000.
