Permit Information
The UH Fire Marshal's Office requires permits for various activities on campus. See below for a description of each permit type. If you need a permit for a project or event, please use the links below to request a permit.
Temporary food dealers permits.
If you are unsure if you need a permit, or have questions regarding which permit(s) could be needed, contact us.
Special Event Permit Requests
Tent: Tent permits are required for any tent or canopy greater than 10ft x 10ft in size. Please review the UHFMO tent policy before requesting this permit. The policy can be found here.
Open Flame: This permit is required for all operations that involve any open flame. This includes cooking with open flames.
Pyrotechnic: This permit is required for the use of any pyrotechnics.
Construction Permit Request
Building Permit: Required for any renovations to existing buildings or building a new structure.
Cutting, Welding, Dust: Required for any projects that could produce dust, particles, smoke, or heat. Examples would be soldering of plumbing, or cutting drywall to install an outlet, etc.
Fire Alarm Installation: Required for installation of or changes being made to a fire alarm system.
Fire Suppression System Installation: Required for installation of or changes being made to a fire suppression system.
Fire Protection Shut Down: Required for the shutdown of a fire alarm or fire protection system components.