Harris County is temporarily waiving permit fees and inspections on reconstruction related to Hurricane Ike. Fees will be suspended through April 1, 2009. Permits are required for: .Major storm related damage and repairs (e.g., holes in roof or flood damage) Permits are not required for: .Building code related work (e.g., electrical or plumbing) .Roof shingle replacements .Damaged windows .Perimeter Fencing (unless in 100-year floodplain) Permit and inspection fees will ONLY be waived for the reconstruction of buildings damaged by storm events. All construction above and beyond storm related damages ( property additions) require a permit and fees are applicable. For more information, please contact Harris County Permits at 713-956-3000 or visit our new location at 10555 Northwest Freeway, Ste 146, Houston, TX 77092 during the hours of 7:30 AM-4:00 PM