Corpus Christi requires fire sprinkler systems in most new commercial buildings, multi-family residential of three or more units, and large single-family homes under the locally adopted International Fire Code and International Building Code.
Corpus Christi has adopted the International Building Code and International Fire Code with local amendments, requiring NFPA 13 or 13R sprinkler systems in most new commercial occupancies and multi-family residential buildings of three or more units. New single-family homes generally need NFPA 13D residential sprinklers when they exceed local threshold square footage or have limited fire department access. Plans go through CCFD plan review and Development Services. Inspections include hydrostatic testing, flow tests, and final acceptance. Annual inspection by a Texas State Fire Marshal-licensed contractor is required, with reports filed with CCFD.
Occupying a building without an approved sprinkler system, skipping annual inspection, or shutting off the system without notice triggers stop-use orders, fines starting at 500 dollars per day, and possible certificate of occupancy revocation.
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