Ordinances And Permits

The Harris County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to providing its residents with relevant and timely information about the various services the department offers. Some of these services include the issuance of permits for various business activities.

Online Alarm Application

This permit application is for getting a new Alarm Permit or renewing your exisiting Alarm Permit.

Mail Alarm Application

This permit application is for a Security Alarm, Fire Alarm or a combination of Security and Fire Alarm.

Game Rooms

Rules governing the operation and regulation of game rooms in Harris County, TX.

Sexually-Oriented Businesses

This permit application is for opening a sexually-oriented business in Harris County.

Towing Ordinance

This ordinance maintains safe and efficient operating rules protecting the rights of persons whose vehicles may have been towed.

Towing And Storage Forms

Boarding Homes

This permit application is for operating a boarding home facility in unincorporated Harris County.

Metal Recycling

Regulations of Harris County, Texas Governing Metal Recycling Entities.

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The Harris County Sheriff's Office, founded in 1837, is the largest sheriff's office in Texas and the third-largest in the nation. The HCSO has nearly 5,100 employees and 200 volunteer reservists dedicated to ensuring the safety of more than 4.1 million residents who call Harris County home. Harris County encompasses 1,788 square miles and includes 41 incorporated municipalities.

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