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Below you can find links to Building Codes and Authorities Having Jurisdiction for the state of Texas. To change to another state, click on the map to the right.
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Texas Building Codes
| Code Type | Code Model | Amendment Contact |
| Building/Dwelling Code | IBC 2003 | N/A |
| Structural Code | IBC 2003 | N/A |
| Electrical Code | NEC 2008 | N/A |
| Accessibility Code | Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) | 512-463-3211 |
 | Applies to publicly-funded, state-owned and state-leased buildings, and public and private buildings as defined by the ADA | |
| Energy Code | IECC 2009; ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2007 | No amendments |
| Applies to state-owned and state-funded buildings | |
| Elevator Code | ASME A17.1 current; ASME A17.3-2002 | Online |
| Gas Code | None | N/A |
| Boiler Code | Texas Boiler Safety Law | Online |
Texas Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
Authorities Having Jurisdiction are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).
| Jurisdictional Area | Contact |
| Accessibility | Architectural Barriers, Dept. of Lic. & Regulation Phone: (800) 803-9202 Fax: (512) 475-2886 |
| Energy | State Energy Conservation Office Phone: (512) 463-1931 Fax: (512) 475-2569 |
| Health Department | Texas Dept of State Healkth Services Phone: (512) 458-7111 |
| Fire Marshal | Paul Maldonado State Fire Marshal Phone: (512) 305-7900 |
| Boiler Inspector | Boiler Division (Dept. of Lic. & Reg.) Phone: (800) 803-9202 Fax: (512) 475-2871 |
| Elevator Inspector | Elevators, Escalators & Related Equipment (Dept. o Phone: (800) 803-9202 Fax: (512) 475-2871 |
Texas Building Code Website