Houston Electrical Code Update: Benefits and Next Steps

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Learn about the recent updates to the Houston Electrical Code, including the adoption of new standards and changes to regulations. Find out the reasons behind the updates, the impact on electrical work in Texas, and the next steps in the approval process. Stay informed on how these changes could affect you or your projects.

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ELECTRICAL CODE UPDATE HOUSTON PUBLIC WORKS TTI COMMITTEE MEETING | APRIL 2018

WHY CHANGE? Update Houston s adopted 2014 National Electrical Code with new 2017 standards

UPDATES Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation adopted amendments to Chapter 73.100 of the Electrician Administrative Rules 2017 National Electrical Code became new minimum standard for all electrical work in Texas (effective September 15, 2017)

UPDATES Section 103 deleted definition of firewall Section 302.1 clarified who can obtain permits Section 304.5 standardized city refund policy Section 304.6 deleted registration fees for electricians Section 403.5 modified days to re-permit

NEXT STEPS 1. Recommendations go to Office of Regulatory Affairs + Construction Industry Council. Receive public input Director 2. Houston Public Works obtains final recommendations 3. TTI reviews recommendations 4. Ordinance presented to Mayor & Council 5. Effective 30 days from adoption (per State law)