Southwest & Fort Bend
Remodeling and rebuilding in Meyerland
Meyerland has lived through more floods than most Houston neighborhoods. Every project here starts with the floor elevation.
- Permits issued by
- City of Houston
- County
- Harris
- ZIP codes
- 77096
- Typical homes
- 1950s–60s ranches and elevated new homes
- Local rules to know
- Meyerland Community Improvement Association deed restrictions
- From our showroom
- About 12 miles (straight line) from 7350 Langfield Rd
Short answer: We remodel and rebuild homes in Meyerland, inside Houston city limits in ZIP 77096. Brays Bayou flooded the neighborhood on Memorial Day 2015 and again during Harvey in 2017, so every project here begins with your flood zone, your floor elevation and the 50% substantial improvement rule. FEMA’s February 2026 draft flood maps show parts of Meyerland moving out of the floodplain; the drafts aren’t final yet.
Ranch houses, raised houses and the choice between them
George Meyer developed Meyerland in 1955, and it was one of Houston’s first deed-restricted communities. Its original homes are 1950s and ’60s ranches in Tudor, colonial and contemporary variations, many near Godwin Park.
After repeated floods, many lots now hold new homes built several feet above the minimum flood elevation, next door to original ranches whose owners are deciding whether to remodel, elevate or rebuild.
What Meyerland homeowners usually ask us to fix
- Clear answers on the substantial damage and improvement rules
- Water-tolerant materials on ground floors
- Kitchen and bath updates in original ranch homes
- Raised outdoor spaces and drainage on elevated lots
Rules that shape a Meyerland project
The 50% rule
In the mapped floodplain, a remodel or repair costing 50% or more of the building’s market value must meet current flood rules, which can mean elevating. We estimate this before design.
Deed restrictions
The Meyerland Community Improvement Association, formed in 1954, oversees deed restrictions. We review them for additions and exterior changes.
City of Houston floodplain review
Projects in flood zones go through floodplain review, including outdoor improvements and new slabs, which must match existing grade or include fill mitigation.
Brays Bayou, Project Brays and the new maps
Project Brays widened channels and replaced bridges along Brays Bayou to reduce flooding, and FEMA’s draft maps released in February 2026 reflect some reduced risk in parts of Meyerland. Drafts can take two to three years to become final and don’t yet change permit requirements or insurance rules.
Projects we build in Meyerland
Flood rebuild
Rebuilt with resilient materials and correct elevation.
Storm & water damage rebuildRanch home renovation
Updating original 1950s–60s plans.
Whole-home renovationAccessible bathroom
Many longtime residents aging in place.
Aging in placeTile and LVP flooring
Water-tolerant floors on the ground level.
FlooringNeighborhoods we serve around Meyerland
- Meyerland
- Braeswood Place
- Westbury
- Willow Meadows
- Willowbend
- Marilyn Estates
ZIP codes 77096.
Questions from Meyerland homeowners
Is my Meyerland home still in the floodplain?
Check the Harris County MAAPnext viewer for both current and draft maps. The current effective maps still govern permits until the new maps become final.
Do I have to elevate my Meyerland house to remodel?
Only if the project counts as a substantial improvement (50% or more of the building’s market value) or the house was substantially damaged. Smaller projects don’t trigger elevation.
Does Meyerland have deed restrictions?
Yes. Meyerland was one of Houston’s first deed-restricted communities; the Meyerland Community Improvement Association oversees them.
Worth reading before a Meyerland project
Sources for this page
- Wikipedia: Meyerland, Houston
- KPRC: FEMA draft flood maps for Harris County (Feb. 2026)
- Houston Permitting Center: Outdoor improvement and floodplain review
Rules change. We confirm the permit office, HOA and flood status for your exact address before every project.
Near Meyerland
Planning a remodel in Meyerland?
Free in-home estimate with a written scope, price and schedule.
Or call (346) 456-5310