103.1 General. The County Engineer means the individual appointed by Commissioner’s Court and all employees designated by the County Engineer to review submitted construction plans in compliance with this code and the issuance of the required permits and final Certificates of Compliance.

103.2 Fire Code Official. The fire code official shall be the person appointed by Commissioners Court as the County Fire Marshal or the employee(s) designated by the County Fire Marshal to perform a task required by this code. The Fire Marshal shall have enforcement authority for this code and shall conduct all required inspections for compliance with this code.

103.3 Deputies. Deputies shall be appointed in accordance with the prescribed procedures of this jurisdiction and with the concurrence of the appointing authority.

103.3.1 Fire Code Official. The Harris County Fire Marshal or their designee who ensures compliance with the adopted code through inspections, interpretations, and approvals.

103.3.2 County Engineer. County Engineer has the authority to appoint staff, other related technical consultants, and personnel to facilitate review and issuance of fire code construction permits.