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2021 International Energy Conservation Code | IECC Houston Amendments

The 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) was adopted on October 25, 2023, and became effective on January 2, 2023.

Last updated: December 26, 2023

2021 Code Words

2021 Code Words provide interpretations, written policies, and procedures to aid in the application of construction code. 

Last updated: September 15, 2025

Temporary Building Permit Application (CE1210)

Application to request the Building Official's approval for a proposed temporary building (< 180 days)

Updated April 2024

2021 ISPSC Proposed Houston Amendments

Proposed local amendments to the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC)

Updated August 28, 2023

2021 International Building Code - Assemblies Plan Review Processes PowerPoint Training
Life Safety Bureau Standard No. 05

Life Safety Bureau Standard No. 05 – Key Boxes

Updated December 26, 2023

Construction Code Modernization Project Schedule

High-level schedule for the Construction Code Modernization project.

Last updated: Jan. 25, 2023

2015 IBC Houston Amendments

The 2015 International Building Code (IBC) Houston Amendments were adopted on December 1, 2021, and became effective on April 1, 2022.

Last updated: 03/20/2023

2021 IBC Proposed Houston Amendments

Proposed local amendments to the 2021 International Building Code (IBC)

Updated August 17, 2023

2015 UMC Code Comparison - Final

Comparison of the 2012 UMC and 2015 UMC Houston Amendments.

Last updated: 03/22/2022