What are construction codes and why are they important to you?

Construction codes regulate the design and construction of buildings and the systems that support them. These codes protect the citizens of Pearland from disasters, weather-related events and structural collapse. The codes also regulate items such as the number of exits in a building, the amount of lighting in emergency conditions, the number of restrooms in a building and energy efficiency requirements. Before the construction of a building and the associated mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems can begin, developers are required to submit plans to the city for review. Once the plans have been found to be in substantial compliance with the codes and local ordinances a permit is then issued for the construction work. Throughout the construction of the building, inspections are scheduled by the contractor in order for city staff to verify substantial compliance with the approved plans, codes and local ordinances. Only after all inspections have passed is a certificate of occupancy issued which will allow the building or space to be occupied by the end user. City employees work hard to ensure that the citizens of Pearland have safe, sustainable structures where we live, work and play.

Code Block 

• 2021 International Building Code
• 2021 International Residential Code
• 2023 National Electrical Code
• 2021 International Plumbing Code
• 2021 International Mechanical Code
• 2021 International Fuel Gas Code
• 2021 International Energy Conservation Code
• 2021 International Fire Code
• 2021 International Existing Building Code
• 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• 2021 101 Life Safety Code
• 2012 Texas Accessibility Standards

City of Pearland Engineering Design Criteria Manual

City of Pearland Unified Development Code

Old Townsite Development District Plan
Land Use & Urban Development (prior to February 2006)

Links:   

• International Code Council
• National Fire Protection Association
• Texas Accessibility Standards
• City of Pearland Uniform Development Code
• City of Pearland Code of Ordinances
• Amendments to the Building Code
• Amendments to the Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• Amendments to the Mechanical Code
• Amendments to the Residential Code
• Amendments to the Energy Code
• Amendments to the Plumbing Code
• Amendments to the Fuel Gas Code
• Amendments to the Electrical Code
• Amendments to the Fire Code
• Amendments to the Life Safety Code