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Life Safety Bureau Standard No. 25 – Safety Inspections for Vehicles on Indoor Display
Updated December 26, 2023
List of the currently adopted codes.
Last updated: 03-07-2024
The Houston Amendments to the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) were adopted on December 1, 2021, and became effective on April 1, 2022.
Last updated: 04/11/2022
The 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code was adopted on October 25, 2023, and became effective on January 2, 2023.
Last updated: December 26, 2023
Overview of Building Code Design Criteria
Last updated: May 22, 2025.
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
Commissioning statement for the mechanical systems, service water heating systems, and building envelope.
Last updated: February 2024
Houston Fire Marshal's Office Life Safety Bureau standards
Last updated: 7/18/2016
Updated August 17, 2023
Life Safety Bureau Standard No. 02 – Inspection and Testing of Fire Protection and Life-Safety Equipment
Updated December 26, 2023