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The Administrative Code Provisions to the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC) were adopted on December 1, 2021, and become effective on April 1, 2022.
Last updated: Mar. 20, 2023
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
Life Safety Bureau Standard No. 25 – Safety Inspections for Vehicles on Indoor Display
Updated December 26, 2023
Guide on how to import standard details into the project title block.
Last updated: December 11, 2023
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 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.