Travis County, TX Building Safety: Elevator Maintenance (2026)
Key Facts
- Regulator
- TX TDLR
- Statute
- TX H&S Code 754
- Inspection
- Annual
- Code
- ASME A17.1
- Residential
- Exempt from TDLR inspection
Summary
Elevators in Travis County commercial and multifamily buildings are regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation under TX Health and Safety Code Ch. 754 and 16 TAC Ch. 74. Annual inspection and certificate of compliance required.
Elevator and Escalator Safety TDLR regulates elevators, escalators and related equipment to ensure the safety of passengers. TDLR also regulates contractors and inspectors who work with elevators, escalators, and other related equipment.
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Full Breakdown
TDLR registers all elevators, escalators, and related equipment in Texas. Owners must contract with a TDLR-licensed inspector for annual inspection and a licensed contractor for installation and major alterations. Certificate of Compliance must be posted in the cab or adjacent to controller. ASME A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators applies. Private residence elevators in single-family homes are exempt from TDLR inspection but must meet ASME A17.1 Part 5.3. Non-compliance penalties up to $5,000 per violation per day under 16 TAC 60.
Sources & Official References
- [1]TDLR Elevators
- [2]16 TAC 74
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