Building Codes

All permits issued after November 1, 2020, are required to conform to the following codes:

• 2015 International Building Code
• 2015 International Energy Conservation Code
• 2015 International Existing Building Code
• 2015 International Fire Code
• 2015 International Fuel Gas Code
• 2015 International Mechanical Code
• 2015 International Plumbing Code
• 2015 International Property Maintenance Code
• 2015 International Residential Code
• 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• 2020 National Electrical Code

Amendments adopted by the City of Baytown's Code of Ordinance can be found on Municode. 

Adopted windstorm requirement: 150 MPH (Ultimate Design Wind Speed, V ULT)