Process and cost for a “simple” lot split in Houston

[Nick S.]

I’m curious if anyone has experience in splitting a lot in Houston. Looking for a ballpark idea of how much it costs, what the process looks like, and how long it takes. I know I should contact the Planning and Development department for an official answer, but I’m just tying to get an idea. 

As an example, let’s say there is a 10,000 sq ft lot in a neighborhood without any deed restrictions or minimum lot sizes. Say I want to split it in half, making two 5,000 sq ft lots. Seems pretty simple, right? What considerations might make things more complicated? 

Would this be in the couple hundred dollar range, couple thousand dollars, tens of thousands?

Thanks!