HARRIS COUNTY
FIRE CODE AMENDMENTS

In 2025, significant updates were made to the Harris County Fire Code, advancing our commitment to safety, preparedness and response. On January 1, 2025, Harris County adopted critical changes to its Fire Code, aligning with the 2021 International Fire Code (IFC). These revisions are applicable to the unincorporated areas of the county, emphasizing the protection of residents and the enhancement of resilient communities.

Harris County Fire Code

Fire Code Amendments 2021

(October 1, 2025)

TABLE OF CONTENT

HARRIS COUNTY FIRE CODE 2021 – COVER PAGE

SECTION 101 -SCOPE AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 102 – APPLICABILITY

SECTION 103 – COMPLIANCE AGENCY

SECTION 104 – GENERAL AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SECTION 105 – PERMITS

SECTION 106 – CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

SECTION 107 – FEES

SECTION 108 – INSPECTIONS

SECTION 109 – MAINTENANCE

SECTION 110 – RESERVED

SECTION 111 – MEANS OF APPEALS

SECTION 112 – VIOLATIONS

SECTION 113 – STOP WORK ORDER

SECTION 114 – UNSAFE STRUCTURES OR EQUIPMENT

EXHIBIT A – ADDITIONS, INSERTIONS, DELETION AND CHANGES TO INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE 2021 EDITION

EXHIBIT B – ADDITIONS, INSERTIONS, DELETION AND CHANGES TO INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE 2021 EDITION

EXHIBIT C- CONTACTS FOR PROCESSES