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The template drawing is to assist in the preparation of plans for residential remodeling and addition projects.
Last Updated: April 2025
List of the currently adopted codes.
Last updated: 03-07-2024
When the Residential Energy Code requires energy testing (air leakage and duct leakage tests), the results must be documented using this form. The testing must be done by an independent third party energy technician registered with the City of Houston. The results will need to be submitted to the Mechanical Inspector at the final inspection. If more than 3 systems are installed, please fill out an additional form.
Last updated: 01-30-2024
Houston Fire Marshal's Office Life Safety Bureau standards
Last updated: 7/18/2016
The Energy Compliance Information Certificate sticker has been updated to conform to the newly adopted 2015 IECC. The sticker can be used to comply with Section 401.3 of the Houston Energy Code or, if preferred, a builder can use their own compliance sticker. After it is completed and printed, the certificate must be attached inside the electrical panel. This sticker can be printed on Avery® Labels 6876.
Last updated: February 20, 2025
2012 International Fire Code (IFC) Houston Amendments.
Last updated: 2/1/2016
2015 IECC Houston Commercial Amendments.
2015 IECC Amendments Residential provisions
Last updated: 10/3/2016
Last updated: 03/08/2024
The template drawing is to assist in the preparation of plans for residential remodeling and addition projects.
Updated 05/16/2024