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Below you can find links to Building Codes and Authorities Having Jurisdiction for Houston, Texas.

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Houston Texas Building Codes

Code TypeCode ModelAmendment Contact
Building/Dwelling CodeIBC 2006; IRC 2006Online
Structural CodeIBC 2006Online
Plumbing CodeUPC 2006Online
Mechanical CodeUMC 2006Online
Electrical CodeNEC 2011Online
Fire/Life Safety CodeIFC 2006Online
Accessibility CodeState of Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS)Secretary of State’s Office, (512) 463-5561 and online
Energy Code2009 IECC(ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2004)No amendments
Elevator CodeASME/ANSI A17.1-1No amendments

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 AreaContact
StructuralStructural Inspection Division
Phone: (713) 535-7800
PlumbingPlumbing Inspection Division
Phone: (713) 535-7700
MechanicalMechanical Inspection Division
Phone: (713) 535-7755
ElectricalElectrical Inspection Division
Phone: (713) 535-7600
CivilJohn J. Sakolosky, PE
Phone: (713) 837-7701
PlanningAndy Icken
Director
Phone: (713) 837-7701
EnvironmentalTexas Natural Resource Conservation Commission
Phone: (713) 767-3500
City AttorneyArturo G. Michel
City Attorney
Phone: (713) 247-2000
Public WorksMichael S. Marcotte
Director
Phone: (713) 837-0050
Fire MarshalFire Marshal's Office
Phone: (713) 865-7100
Parks/RecreationParks & Recreation Dept.
Phone: (713) 845-1000
AviationRichard M. Vacar
Director
Phone: (281) 233-3000

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