Engineering

Engineering provides support, guidance, and leadership to citizens, businesses, developers, and decision-makers. Engineering's mission is to coordinate efficiently, while being environmentally responsible, to plan, design, and construct the City of Brenham's infrastructure needs with minimal inconvenience.

Engineering is a critical component of development and infrastructure planning. The Department is responsible for reviewing and approving civil plans relating to public and private developments. Engineering identifies infrastructure improvements necessary to accommodate projected growth/development within the City of Brenham's jurisdiction.

Engineering provides technical support including, plan reviews and construction inspections. The Engineering Department administers the City's Floodplain Management Program and serves as the City's Floodplain Administrator. The City Engineer oversees the operations of the Brenham Municipal Airport.

Applications

• Construction Permit Application
• Floodplain Permit Application
• Right-of-Way Application

Major Thoroughfare Plan

Major Thoroughfare Plan

Design and Construction Standards

• City of Brenham Public Infrastructure Design Manual and Standard Specifications
• View/Download Standard Details files (.pdf .dwg, .dgn)
• Fire Code Review - Civil Plans

Floodplain Management

• FEMA Flood Map Services
• Flood Insurance Study

Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs)

• 48477CIND0A
• 48477C0295C
• 48477C0300C
• 48477C0315C
• 48477C0450C

Visit the Planning Page for Applications and Additional information.