Houston Building Codes
Automate code compliance checking for Houston, TX. Nomic supports 2 city-specific codes plus all applicable state and model codes.
Houston Code Adoption
Houston follows the International Codes with local amendments.
Adopted Codes in Houston
These are the primary codes adopted by Houston for building construction
Houston City-Specific Codes
Houston has adopted these local codes in addition to or instead of standard model codes
HOUSTON BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Building Code
HOUSTON INFRASTRUCTURE DESIGN CODE
Building Code
Codes Available for Houston Compliance
Browse all codes in our database that apply to Houston projects
IPC
SupportedPlumbing Code
International Plumbing Code IPC
IBC
SupportedBuilding Code
International Building Code IBC
IRC
SupportedResidential Code
International Residential Code IRC
IECC
SupportedEnergy Code
International Energy Conservation Code IECC
IMC
SupportedMechanical Code
International Mechanical Code IMC
NFPA 70
Electrical Code
NFPA 70 National Electrical Code
NFPA 704
Fire Code
NFPA 704 Standard System For The Identification Of The Hazards Of Materials For Emergency Response
NFPA 70E
Electrical Code
HOUSTON BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Building Code
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Houston follows the International Codes with local amendments. Nomic's AI-powered platform automatically checks your drawings against all applicable Houston requirements, including local amendments and city-specific variations.
Local Code Framework
Houston has its own local building codes with IBC, IRC, IMC and other codes as the foundation for construction requirements.
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