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Life Safety Bureau (LSB) Standards

Houston Fire Marshal's Office Life Safety Bureau standards

Last updated: 7/18/2016

LSB Standard 11 - Roofing Operations

The Houston Fire Department's Life Safety Bureau Standard 11 - Roofing Operations.

Last updated: 04/26/2022

Life Safety Bureau Standard No. 13

Life Safety Bureau Standard No. 13 – Outside Protected Aboveground Tanks for Generators and Fire Pumps

Updated December 26, 2023

LSB Standard 02 - Fire Protection and Life-Safety Equipment

The Houston Fire Department's Life Safety Bureau Standard 02 - Inspection and Testing of Fire Protection and Life-Safety Equipment

Last updated: 04/26/2022

Fire Alarm Permit Application (CE1046)

This is a permit application for a fire alarm within the city limits of Houston, Texas. Carefully complete all necessary information.

Last updated: January 2026

Fire Protection Systems Application and Plan Review (CE1047)

Complete this form for permit and inspection of Type 1 Hood fire suppression systems (FSS), or when submitting plans for fire alarm, fire sprinkler, or underground fire lines, or when requesting a Go to Work permit.

Last updated: January 2026

List of Final (3rd) Elevation Certificates

List of properties with final (3rd) elevation certificates

Last updated: February 29, 2024

List of the Currently Adopted Construction Codes (CE1199)

List of the currently adopted codes.

Last updated: 03-07-2024

Acknowledgement of Fire Extinguishing System (CE1306)

This acknowledgement must be completed by the licensee and submitted to the Fire Marshal’s Office prior to scheduling a final inspection.

Last updated: 01/01/2023

Conveyance Zone Frequently Asked Questions

List of frequently asked questions about conveyance zones.