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Guideline for submitting requests for alternate methods, code interpretations and modifications.
Last Updated: January 20, 2026
The 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code was adopted on October 25, 2023, and became effective on January 2, 2023.
Last updated: December 26, 2023
2021 Code Words provide interpretations, written policies, and procedures to aid in the application of construction code.
Last updated: September 15, 2025
Last Updated: August 2024
Electronic plan review user guide for electronic lock projects
List of the currently adopted codes.
Last updated: 03-07-2024
Last Updated: August 2024
The Administrative Code Provisions to the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC) were adopted on December 1, 2021, and become effective on April 1, 2022.
Last updated: Mar. 20, 2023
Life Safety Bureau Standard No. 25 – Safety Inspections for Vehicles on Indoor Display
Updated December 26, 2023
This technical memo is provided to describe the new changes to the Houston Construction Codes with regards to the amendment related to the requirements of Social Stair Handrail requirements.
Uploaded 2-13-2024