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HOUSTON HEALTH DEPARTMENT
7427 Park Place Houston, TX 77087
832-393-5704
Transporter@houstontx.gov
HOUSTONCONSUMER.ORG
Checklist and General Information:
Mail or deliver applications to: City of Houston- FOG Program 7427 Park Place Blvd Houston, TX.
77087. Once your
completed application is submitted the health officer will approve or deny your
application.
If application is approved, we will contact you to schedule an appointment to inspect
your
equipment/vehicle and issue the decal if it passes inspection. We accept checks, money orders
or
walk in credit card (Master Card, Visa or Discover.)
Please make checks or money orders payable to: City of Houston. Payments are only valid for the
current
permitting year (February 1, 2024 – January 31, 2025). Payments are only valid for the
company name and permit number listed on application. Payments ar
e not transferable and/or
refundable.
If any items are missing or needing corrections from the check list above this can
cause
a delay in the approval process.
Questions should be directed to: Office: 832.393.5704 Email: transporter@houstontx.gov
2024 Pressure Washer Permit Application
Please submit the following 8 items to our office:
Payment- Please reference FEE SCHEDULE AND PERMIT INFORMATION
(Fees are subject to change on January 1, 2025)
Pressure Washer Company Information Form
Authorized Employee (s) and Drivers Form
Clear and legible photocopies of drivers’ licenses for ALL owners, managers, and
drivers
Evidence of financial responsibility for each vehicle and trailer (Insurance)
Completed Vehicle Information Form
Notarized Affidavit of Pressure Washer Manager Acknowledgment
Contact Stephanie Knoppe with ARA franchise to make sure you are in good standing
Disclaimer: A company is considered permitted once a vehicle passes inspection. Upon the vehicle passing inspection you
will receive a copy of the company permit and a vehicle registration. Only vehicles that have passed inspection are
permitted to haul city regulated waste. Non permitted vehicles hauling city regulated waste are subject to enforcement.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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7427 Park Place Houston, TX 77087
832-393-5704
Transporter@houstontx.gov
HOUSTONCONSUMER.ORG
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
2024 Fee Schedule:
Application Fee
Admin Fee
Total
Application Fee (Annual)
$115.78 32.16 $147.94
Vehicle Fee (Annual)
$816.99 32.16 $849.15
Application Fee (Temporary)
$57.89 32.16 $90.05
Vehicle Fee (Temporary)
$64.32 32.16 $96.48 per 31 days
+ $147.94 APPLICATION FEE = Grand Total $
+ $90.05 TEMP APPLICATION FEE = Grand Total $
+$90.05 TEMP APPLICATION FEE = Grand Total $
ANNUAL- Transporter Permit Formula:
# OF VEHICLES x $849.15 VEHICLE FEE =
TEMPORARY- Transporter Permit Formula:
31 DAY TEMP
# OF VEHICLES X 96.48 VEHICLE FEE=
62 DAY TEMP
# OF VEHICLES X $192.96 VEHICLE FEE=
93 DAY TEMP
# OF VEHICLES X $289.44 VEHICLE FEE=
+$90.05 TEMP APPLICATION FEE = Grand Total $
Permit Information: Annual permit is for a permitting year which starts February 1, 2024 – January
31, 2025 Fee Schedule (Fees are Subject to Change on January 1, 2025) Payments are only valid for
the current permitting year. Payments are only valid for the company name and permit number
listed on application. Payments are not transferable and/or refundable. Permits are not transferable
when a change of ownership occurs. Temporary permits are 31 day permits and cannot exceed 3
times per year. The holder of a Pressure Washer permit or temporary Pressure Washer permit shall
have a continuing duty to AMEND their original permit application whenever there is a change in an
item for which a representation or response was given by the Pressure Washer in its original
application. Any such amendment shall be made within (15) days of the occurrence of the event
making the amendment necessary. City Code, Section 47-439.
Fee Schedule and Permit Information
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HOUSTON HEALTH DEPARTMENT
7427 Park Place Houston, TX 77087
832-393-5704
Transporter@houstontx.gov
HOUSTONCONSUMER.ORG
2024 Pressure Washer Company Information
All sections must be answered. If not applicable respond
N/A. “Same as above” will no longer be accepted.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Company Name
Telephone No.
Email
Physical Address
City
State
Zip
Mailing Address
City
State
Zip
Truck Address
City
State
Zip
Owner Name
DL No
Email
Pressure Washer Manager
DL No
Cell No
Email
PREVIOUS PERMIT INFORMATION
Have you been permitted by the City of Houston to transport city regulated waste before? Is yes, what was the Previous
Permit No? [Answer Yes/No]
Are there any other names this company is operating under? If so, list ALL names and permit numbers. [Answer Yes/No]
REQUIREMENTS AND CONDITIONS FOR ISSUANCE OF DECALS
Has the Owner or Pressure Washer manager been convicted of any violations of this article or the solid waste laws in
previous years? (If yes, explain) [Answer Yes/No]
Will you be providing services to City of Houston facilities? (If yes, provide point of contact name, phone no, and
address of facility) [Answer Yes/No]
Are you storing city regulated waste in holding tanks? (If yes, provide address of holding tank locations) [Answer Yes/No]
OFFICE USE ONLY:
Method of Payment:
Check
Money Order
Credit Card
Amount: $
Check/Money Order/CC #:
Walked in
Mailed
Check/M.Order/CC Date:
Processed by:
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7427 Park Place Houston, TX 77087
832-393-5704
Transporter@houstontx.gov
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Authorized Employee(s) & Driver(s)
COH Permit No:
Include clear and valid photocopies of drivers’ licenses for ALL owners, managers, and drivers.
**Only individuals listed below are allowed to purchase manifest**
Name
Driver License No.
Date of Birth
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7427 Park Place Houston, TX 77087
832-393-5704
Transporter@houstontx.gov
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Vehicle Registration Information
COMPLETE THE VEHICLE INFORMATION FORM AND SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION
The health officer shall issue registration decals for a given vehicle only if each of the following
conditions exist:
1) The Pressure Washer holds a current and valid Pressure Washer permit, current ARA
franchise agreement (if applicable), and the information contained on the vehicle's
registration or title corresponds to the information given on the Pressure Washer's permit
application or an amendment thereto.
2) The Pressure Washer has paid the applicable vehicle registration and ARA franchise fees and
makes the vehicle available to the health officer for verification.
3) The Pressure Washer name and telephone number are placed on each side of the vehicle(s)
tractor or trailer and are at least three inches (3") high having a brush stroke width of at least
3/8 inch. Magnets are not allowed and will not pass inspection.
4) The vehicle has a current state inspection sticker and current license registration.
Person Responsible (Transporter Manager/Owner) must be present to pick up Operating
Permit. Operating permit copies will no longer be released to drivers. The operating
permits is released on the first passed vehicle inspection.
On-site Pressure Washing Demonstration:
During the time of inspection a demonstration must be performed before vehicle is
permitted. All equipment including water must be provided at the time of inspection.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please provide vehicle information for both truck and trailer as a unit.
City Truck #: Vehicle # assigned to vehicle by City of Houston and can be located on decals or
registration certificates.
Truck and Trailers: Please include information for both truck and trailer when applicable. If
permitting truck only, please select truck and only list VIN and license plate number for truck. If
permitting trailer only, please select trailer and only list VIN and license plate number for trailer.
After the application is approved you will be contacted, and a time will be scheduled to bring your
vehicles for vehicle inspection. Ensure to arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled inspection time.
VEHICLES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR INSPECTION WITHOUT AN APPOINTMENT
Disclaimer: A company is considered permitted once a vehicle passes inspection. Upon the vehicle passing inspection you
will receive a copy of the company permit and a vehicle registration. Only vehicles that have passed inspection are
permitted to haul city regulated waste. Non permitted vehicles hauling city regulated waste are subject to enforcement.
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7427 Park Place Houston, TX 77087
832-393-5704
Transporter@houstontx.gov
HOUSTONCONSUMER.ORG
Vehicle Information
Truck Type: Truckbed, Trailer, or Other
COH Permit#:
City
Truck #
Company
Fleet #
Truck Type:
Make/Model Year
Tank Capacity
Gallons
License
Plate #
Vehicle Identification #
For City
Use Only
Truck
Trailer
Truck
Trailer
Truck
Trailer
Truck
Trailer
Truck
Trailer
Truck
Trailer
Truck
Trailer
Truck
Trailer
Truck
Trailer
Truck
Trailer
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HOUSTON HEALTH DEPARTMENT
7427 Park Place Houston, TX 77087
832-393-5704
Transporter@houstontx.gov
HOUSTONCONSUMER.ORG
The information submitted in the pressure washer application is true, complete and accurate. I
understand that submitting an incomplete or inaccurate application will result in the forfeiture of my
application fee, and falsification of the information contained herein will result in the forfeiture of my
Solid/Special Waste Pressure Washers permit. I understand it is my responsibility to schedule vehicle
inspections to ensure vehicles are permitted prior to transporting city-regulated waste generated
within the City of Houston limits. I acknowledge the receipt of the Pressure Washer Fact Sheet and I
understand that by signing this application I will be recognized as the responsible party and may
receive all enforcement action. It is my responsibility to notify the Houston Health Department if I
stop fulfilling the role of the Pressure Washer Manager to ensure that no further enforcement action
is issued.
Company Name:
Responsible Person: Driver License No:
(Print)
Affiant:
(Signature of Responsible Person)
Subscribe and sworn to before me by affiant this day of 20 .
NOTARY PUBLIC in and for THE STATE OF
Ink notary stamps only. No embossed stamps.
Notary Signature:
My commission expires:
Affidavit of Pressure Washer Manager Acknowledgement
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7427 Park Place Houston, TX 77087
832-393-5704
Transporter@houstontx.gov
HOUSTONCONSUMER.ORG
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1) Training is available upon request for drivers and office staff. Please call 832-393-5704 or
transporter@houstontx.gov to schedule an appointment. This training is intended to teach
staff how to fill out a monthly report, manifest, and address documentation questions/
concerns.
2) Pressure Washers reclaiming and operating within the City limits of Houston must be
permitted as a City Regulated Waste Pressure Washer.
a. All vehicles must be registered for the current permit year (expires January 31, 2025)
b. Current and valid registration decals from City Health and ARA departments must be
visible and free from any obstruction.
c. In order to obtain a replacement decal, the Pressure Washer must surrender the decals
to be replaced. If the decals are not surrendered, then the full vehicle registration fee is
required.
d. Temporary permits are available but cannot exceed three months (93 days) duration.
Once permit is expired an annual permit must be obtained to continue service during
permit year.
e. Registration decals must be visible and free from any obstruction.
f. City issued vehicle registration for permitted year must be present in vehicle at all times.
g. Vehicle/Tank must be in good working condition.
h. In the event of an accident or vehicle malfunction, please contact and email
Transporter@houstontx.gov within (3) days and prior to submitting monthly report to
avoid issues with monthly reporting of waste.
i. Application must include the following:
i. Vehicle and Trailer insurance policy information
ii. Copies of Driver's license of all Drivers using permitted vehicle
iii. Vehicle and Trailer information (VIN and License plate information)
iv. Application and vehicle registration fees
v. Notarized Affidavit of Pressure Washer Manger Acknowledgement Form
vi. Description of Operation Form
3) Mobile car washing is not authorized & will be subject to enforcement. Commercial fleet
washing can be approved with proper documents submitted to the Health Department.
4) Waste must be disposed of at an approved disposal site by the end of each month.
Please read, this fact sheet is referenced in Affidavit of Pressure Washer Manager Acknowledgement.
2024 Pressure Washer Fact Sheet
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7427 Park Place Houston, TX 77087
832-393-5704
Transporter@houstontx.gov
HOUSTONCONSUMER.ORG
5) City of Houston issued manifest must be used for all waste originating within City limits of
Houston
a. All manifest must be signed and date-stamped by disposal site.
b. One manifest is used per load and location or one manifest per dump.
6) All waste generated from pressure washer must be reclaimed.
a. During the time of inspection, a demonstration must be performed before vehicle is
permitted.
b. All equipment including water must be provided at the time of inspection.
7) Monthly Report documenting all activities, manifest used and processing fee of $4.50 per
manifest must be submitted or postmarked by the 15th of each month. If the 15th is a holiday
or weekend, the report must be submitted on the following business day. All permitted Pressure
Washers are required to submit report even when no work is done for that month. All forgotten
or misplaced manifests that were not submitted with a monthly report must be submitted using
a separate monthly report form. These manifests cannot be submitted with a different report
month. All manifests submitted after the 15th will be subject to enforcement action. A
complete monthly report includes the following: monthly report form, full payment in check or
money order, and manifest. In the event we do not receive a completed report the report will be
returned and considered late.
8) Closing Permit/Out of Business: A letter or email advising you are closing out your permit must
be submitted to our office. Transporter decals, all unused manifest and Driver ID's that were
provided must be returned to our office to close out your permit.
9) All permits expire on January 31st, with exception of temporary permits that expire on 31, 62 or
93 days from the date of issuance. In order to obtain a transporter permit for the new
permitting year a new application and payment will need to be submitted. Once your
application is reviewed and approved an appointment will be scheduled for a vehicle inspection
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HOUSTON HEALTH DEPARTMENT
7427 Park Place Houston, TX 77087
832-393-5704
Transporter@houstontx.gov
HOUSTONCONSUMER.ORG
Date:
Owner/Pressure Washer Manager:
Print (First, Last Name) Signature
Company Name:
Company Address:
My Company is applying for a:
Pressure Washer Permit
Fleet Cleaning: Additional items will be required from the business which you plan to service.
Provide a brief summary of your operations. Ensure you include detailed information on the
items you will be pressure washing:
Wastewater must be disposed of once a month, provide a list of disposal site that will be
utilized for disposal of wastewater.
Description of Operations
