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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
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
Overview of Building Code Design Criteria
Last updated: May 22, 2025.
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
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