Do monitored alarm systems need a permit in Houston?

Yes. When a business alarm system is configured to send burglar or panic signals for Houston police response, the alarm site should have the appropriate City of Houston permit. The required permit depends on whether the system sends burglar, panic, or both types of signals. Houston alarm permits are valid for 12 months, while requirements outside Houston city limits may differ. ASPEX Secure can explain the process during installation, but the property owner should confirm current requirements with the applicable municipality.