Texas sets a statewide minimum commercial building code that all jurisdictions must meet. Local jurisdictions may adopt newer editions or amendments but cannot opt out of the minimum code.
Houston adopts the 2021 International Codes and the 2023 NEC with both technical and administrative amendments. Local amendments impact refrigerant standards, solar- and EV-readiness, and structural load requirements for commercial projects.
Targeted updates to the 2024 code changes are planned for implementation in 2026, with full adoption of the 2027 code cycle anticipated in 2028. The scope of the updates has not been specified, and exact effective dates remain unclear.
Texas sets a statewide minimum commercial building code that all jurisdictions must meet. Local jurisdictions may adopt newer editions or amendments but cannot opt out of the minimum code.
Dallas adopts ICC and NFPA model codes and applies both technical and administrative amendments through city-specific ordinances. Amendments impact building, fire, energy, and other code disciplines relevant to commercial projects.
The city of Dallas has adopted the 2023 National Electrical Code with amendments, effective May 23, 2025, and introduced phased energy requirements under local amendments starting in September 2025. These updates impact electrical and energy codes, with compliance changes extending into 2026 and beyond.
Texas sets a statewide minimum commercial building code that all jurisdictions must meet. Local jurisdictions may adopt newer editions or amendments but cannot opt out of the minimum code.
Austin adopts the 2024 International Codes with both technical and administrative amendments tailored to local priorities. Amendments focus on heat resilience, wildfire risk, EV readiness, and housing flexibility for commercial projects.
No updates
Texas sets a statewide minimum commercial building code that all jurisdictions must meet. Local jurisdictions may adopt newer editions or amendments but cannot opt out of the minimum code.
San Antonio adopts the 2024 International Codes by reference and applies both technical and administrative amendments through its local ordinances. Local amendments impact building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, fuel gas, electrical, and energy codes for commercial projects.
No updates
Texas sets a statewide minimum commercial building code that all jurisdictions must meet. Local jurisdictions may adopt newer editions or amendments but cannot opt out of the minimum code.
El Paso adopts the 2021 International Codes and the 2020 NEC with both technical and administrative amendments integrated into its ordinances. Local amendments impact building, energy, fire, and mechanical systems, including unique testing, drainage, and energy provisions for commercial projects.
No updates
Texas sets a statewide minimum commercial building code that all jurisdictions must meet. Local jurisdictions may adopt newer editions or amendments but cannot opt out of the minimum code.
The City of Midland adopts the International Codes with both technical and administrative amendments detailed in its ordinances. Local amendments impact commercial building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical codes, with specific changes to permit requirements and design standards.
No updates
Texas sets a statewide minimum commercial building code that all jurisdictions must meet. Local jurisdictions may adopt newer editions or amendments but cannot opt out of the minimum code.
Odessa adopts the 2018 and 2021 International Codes with both technical and administrative amendments, alongside locally amended versions of the 2017 NEC. Amendments impact building, fire, energy, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical requirements for commercial projects.
No updates
Texas sets a statewide minimum commercial building code that all jurisdictions must meet. Local jurisdictions may adopt newer editions or amendments but cannot opt out of the minimum code.
The City of McAllen adopts the 2018 International Codes with both technical and administrative amendments. Key amendments impact fire, plumbing, and fuel gas requirements for commercial projects, while energy compliance aligns with state standards.
No updates
Texas sets a statewide minimum commercial building code that all jurisdictions must meet. Local jurisdictions may adopt newer editions or amendments but cannot opt out of the minimum code.
Brownsville adopts the 2018 International Codes with both technical and administrative amendments, including local changes to the Fire and Electrical Codes. Key amendments impact fire apparatus access, solid fuel cooking appliances, and fire department connection criteria, while commercial permitting aligns with the 2018 IBC.
No updates