Engineering Standards Section 

The Engineering Standards Section (SRC), in the Department of Public Works and Engineering (PWE) has been established to review, revise, and update PWE's Standards and Documents. Public input and participation is requested by the submittal of proposals for suggested changes, comments, recommendations and other information. The process will accomplish review of all documents within a five year cycle.

 Flood Plain Guidelines

Located in this directory is a list of Flood Plain Guidelines and Frequently Asked Questions.

 Hydraulics & Hydrology

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 Joint Referral Committee (JRC) Application

Application to request the JRC to consider either the abandonment and sale of a street, alley, or easement by the City of Houston or an encroachment agreement allowing you to maintain a building, or other permanent structure within a city street.