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The City of Texarkana, Texas presently operates under the following codes:
- International Building Code - 2003 Edition
- International Plumbing Code - 2009 Edition
- International Fuel Gas Code - 2009 Edition
- International Mechanical Code - 2009 Edition
- National Electrical Code - 2008 Edition
- International Fire Code - 2006 Edition
- International Residential Code - 2003 edition (except plumbing and electrical sections)
- International Energy Conservation Code - 2004 Edition
- International Property Maintenance Code - 2003 Edition
The City of Texarkana, Texas amendments to the above codes may be seen on the city's Codes of Ordinances.
These codes can be purchased on-line at the International Code Council.
Plans must also comply with Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) and Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR). TAS and TDLR Information (.pdf)
The following brochures are available for your convenience:
- Garage Sales Information (.pdf)
- Basic Information (.pdf)
- Building Permit Application (.pdf)
- Commercial Inspection Requirements (.pdf)
- Residential Inspection Requirements (.pdf)
- Mobile or Manufactured Homes (.pdf)
- Handicap Accessible Restrooms (.pdf)
- Landscape Ordinances (.pdf)
- Sign Regulations Guidelines (.pdf)
- Smoking Ordinance Guidelines (.pdf)
- Accessory Buildings, Fences & Pools (.pdf)
- Shaved Ice, Fruit Stands, Car Lots, etc (.pdf)
These brochures may also be requested by fax or mail.