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Houston Planning Department warns applicants about phishing emails tied to plat approvals
Summary
Director Tran told the Planning Commission the department has identified malicious phishing emails impersonating city staff and requesting payment for plat approval; IT is investigating and applicants are urged to verify communications by phone.
The Houston Planning and Development Department alerted applicants and the public that malicious phishing emails are circulating that appear to be from city staff and request payment in exchange for plat approval.
Director Tran told the Planning Commission on June 12 that the planning department does not send settlement invoices or request payment via email as part of plat review, and that the city’s IT department is investigating the matter. "For clarification, please be advised…
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