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22-03-R, 1 Hour Fire-Rated Exterior Wall for Block & Base Foundations (Sub-floor Masonry Wall)

1 Hour Fire-Rated Exterior Wall for Block & Base Foundations (Sub-floor Masonry Wall) 

Updated 01/17/2023

Alternate Method Guideline (CE1103)

Guideline for submitting requests for alternate methods, code interpretations and modifications.

Last Updated: January 20, 2026

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

16-06-R Appendix L Illustration

Appendix L Illustration

List of the Currently Adopted Construction Codes (CE1199)

List of the currently adopted codes.

Last updated: 03-07-2024

CP Sheet Index (PDF)
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

CP Title Block (PDF)
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