Temporary certification decals.
Houston Code of Ordinances § 46-218
in effectSec. 46-218. - Temporary certification decals.
In addition to the vehicles regularly operated by a permittee, the permittee may place one or more vehicles into use on a temporary basis from time to time to meet seasonal or unexpected needs in accordance with this subsection. Temporary certification decals shall be issued for a term of 30 consecutive calendar days to commence on the date of issuance at the fee stated for this provision in the city fee schedule per vehicle, per certification decal, upon provision to the director of proof of the identity of the vehicle to be used including verification that the vehicle is in compliance with all requirements of this division including proof that it is insured as required in section 46-207 of this Code and has been inspected and approved for use as provided in section 46-208 of this Code within twelve months preceding the date the certification decal is issued. For vehicles placed in service on a temporary basis that are less than or equal to two years of age (manufacturer's model year date counted as first full year), proof of a valid state inspection will suffice for the requirement of section 46-208 of this Code. If the permittee's insurance policy on file with the director pursuant to section 46-207 of this Code also covers the vehicles that will be placed in service on a temporary basis, no additional proof of insurance is required.
(Ord. No. 2014-754, § 2(Exh. A), 8-6-2014; Ord. No. 2025-1050, § 18, 12-17-2025)
Source: City of Houston, Code of Ordinances and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/tx/houston/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COOR_CH46VEHI_ARTIVSICHCHLISE_DIV2SICHSE_S46-218TECEDEFetched: 10/26/2026