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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
List of the currently adopted codes.
Last updated: 03-07-2024
Complete and attach this form to each plan set. Commercial plans must be submitted with this form in order for your plans to be considered as complete for the purpose of plan review.
Updated: October 4, 2024
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
Prerequisites Plan Procedures.
This guide provides an overview of the qualifications and submittal requirements for projects that wish to establish a Live-Work unit through the Occupancy Inspection Section.
Last updated: 10/22/2024
Last updated: June 09, 2025
The plan review checklist was created to assist customers submitting plans for standpipe systems for HFD plan review and permit approval.
Last Updated: June 2024
Guidelines and forms for requesting an after-hours review service (AHRS) for Building Code Enforcement Plan Review.
Last updated: January 2026