The purpose of this notice is to advise the public of proposed amendments to the City of Houston Construction Code and to provide the public with an opportunity to submit a public comment on the matter during the public comment period.
Model codes to be amended
Select the links below to download and view the full text of the proposed amendments:
- 2015 International Building Code
- 2015 International Residential Code
- 2015 International Fire Code
- 2015 International Existing Building Code
- 2015 Uniform Mechanical Code
- 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code
- 2018 Swimming Pool and Spa Code
Public Comment
You may submit public comments about this code adoption or amendment. Public comments must be submitted in writing by email to [email protected] or in person at the Code Development Office located at:
1002 Washington Avenue, 4th floor
Houston, Texas 77002
All public comments will be considered prior to the conclusion of the public comment period on April 7, 2021. A copy of the written response will be sent to each person who submits a public comment and to all parties who have signed up for notices and alerts through the Code Development website.
For more information on submitting a public comment please view the public comment form and instructions located on our website at: https://www.houstonpermittingcenter.org/building-code-enforcement/code-development
Accessibility
Persons with disabilities who need special accommodations to participate in the code adoption process should contact the Code Development team at [email protected] or by phone at 832-394-9171. Interested parties may also contact our department by using the 1-800-RELAY-TX (TDD) service.
Compliance
This notice is posted on the Code Development website at least 21 days before consideration of a model code adoption/amendment in compliance with Section 214.217 of the Texas Local Government Code.
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Last updated: March 4 , 2021