Corpus Christi Code - Ordinance Adopting 2021 International Codes and 2020 NFPA National Electrical Code

Sep 30, 2026

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Ordinance amends Chapter 14 of the Corpus Christi Code to adopt, with local amendments, the International Code Council’s 2021 editions of multiple technical construction codes, and incorporates the National Fire Prevention Association’s 2020 National Electrical Code with local changes. It defines the purpose and scope of the City of Corpus Christi Technical Construction Codes, describes how adopted codes are administered and referenced by section, and provides repeal-and-replace updates to specific chapter sections. The ordinance establishes permitting requirements, including excavation and fill permits, governs governmental property permissions, and sets conditions for temporary event permits.

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Section 1

Purpose

Local amendments and incorporated codes

Section 2

Building code (Sec. 14-231)

Title and permit requirements

Ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the Corpus Christi Code to adopt with local amendments, the International Code Council’s 2021 editions of the International Building Code, International Existing Building Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code, International Residential Code, and International Swimming Pool and Spa Code; amending Chapter 14 of the Corpus Christi Code to adopt with local amendments, the National Fire Prevention Association’s 2020 edition of the National Electrical Code; Providing for a penalty not to exceed $500 and publication. WHEREAS , the City of Corpus Christi has established the Construction Trade Advisory & Appeals Board for the purpose of obtaining public comment on the proposed adoption of or amendment to a national model code; WHEREAS, the Construction Trade Advisory & Appeals Board as held multiple public meetings on the national model code adoptions with local amendments provided herein; and WHEREAS, the International Code Council and the National Fire Prevention Association provide free online access to the National Model Codes being adopted. THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS: SECTION 1. The Corpus Christi Code, Chapter 14 , Sec. 14-201-Purpose , is repealed and replaced by adding the following language as delineated below: Sec. 14-201. Purpose. 1.1 The purpose of this article is to provide for the scope and administration of the City of Corpus Christi Technical Construction Codes, including the City of Corpus Christi Building Code, Existing Building Code, Electrical Code, Energy Conservation Code, Fuel Gas Code, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, and Residential Code for One-and Two-Family Dwellings. 1.2 The City of Corpus Christi has adopted, with local amendments , the International Code Council (ICC), 2021 editions of the International Building Code, Existing Building Code, Fuel Gas Code, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, and Residential Code for One-and Two-Family Dwellings , 2015 edition of the Energy Conservation Code, and the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) National Electrical Code, 2020 edition, as the city's Electrical Code, copies of which, authenticated by the signatures of the mayor and city secretary, are made public record by sections 14-231 (Building Code), 14-232 (Existing Building Code), 14-241 (Electrical Code), 14-251 (Energy Conservation Code), 14-261 (Fuel Gas Code), 14-271 (Mechanical Code), 14-281 (Plumbing Code), and 14-291 (Residential Code) . 1.3 Collectively these codes, as adopted and amended, are known as the City of Corpus Christi Technical Construction Codes and are known individually as the City of Corpus Christi Building Code, Existing Building Code, Electrical Code, Energy Conservation Code, Fuel Gas Code, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, and Residential Code for One-and Two-Family Dwellings. 1.4 Appendices are provided in the Technical Construction Codes to offer optional or supplemental criteria to the provisions in the main chapters of the Technical Construction Codes. Appendices are only adopted when explicitly stated. SECTION 2. The Corpus Christi Code, Chapter 14, Sec. 14-231-Building code is repealed and replaced by adding the following language as delineated below: Sec. 14-231. Building code. The International Building Code, 2021 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is incorporated by reference and adopted as the Building Code for the City of Corpus Christi with the following local amendments (Additions to the International Building Code are shown as underlined text. Deletions to the International Building Code are shown as strikethroughs): 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Building Code of the City of Corpus Christi, hereinafter referred to as "this code." 105.1.3 Permits for excavation and fill. Permits are required for excavation and fill within the corporate city limits. Se

FAQs

What changes does the ordinance make to Corpus Christi Code Chapter 14?

It amends Chapter 14 by repealing and replacing specific sections and adopting multiple national model codes with local amendments, including the International Code Council’s 2021 editions and the NFPA 2020 National Electrical Code.

Which codes are adopted under the ordinance’s purpose and scope section?

The ordinance adopts, with local amendments, ICC 2021 editions for the Building, Existing Building, Fuel Gas, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Residential codes, plus the 2015 Energy Conservation Code and the NFPA National Electrical Code, 2020 edition.

What permitting requirement is specified for excavation and fill?

Permits are required for excavation and fill within the corporate city limits.

Sep 30, 2026

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