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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

2021 Code Words
Registration Form for Elevator Contractor (CE1351)

Form for registering licensed elevator contractors with the City of Houston

Last updated: Jan. 10, 2024

Registration Form for Elevator Contractor (CE1351)
Commercial Building Plan Review User Guide (English)

Last Updated: August 2024

Commercial Building Plan Review User Guide (English)
Electronic Locks EPR User Guide

Electronic plan review user guide for electronic lock projects

Electronic Locks EPR User Guide
List of the Currently Adopted Construction Codes (CE1199)

List of the currently adopted codes.

Last updated: 03-07-2024

List of the Currently Adopted Construction Codes (CE1199)
Sign Administration Plan Review User Guide (English)

Last Updated: August 2024

Sign Administration Plan Review User Guide (English)
17 Technical Memo, Social Stair Handrail Requirements.pdf

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

17 Technical Memo, Social Stair Handrail Requirements.pdf
13-05-R Block & Base Foundations
13-05-R Block & Base Foundations
03 Technical Memo, Break Tanks and Fire Pumps.pdf

This technical memo is provided to describe the new changes to the Houston Building Code and Houston Fire Code with regards to the requirement for fire pumps and break tanks. 

 

Uploaded 2-13-2024

03 Technical Memo, Break Tanks and Fire Pumps.pdf
18-07 Interior Wood Partition
18-07 Interior Wood Partition