Celina, TX Fire Regulations: Smoke Detectors (2026)
Key Facts
- Governing code
- 2024 International Residential Code (IRC)
- Adoption citation
- § 3.02.003(a)(3) adoption clause
- Enforcement
- City Building and Fire Official
- Penalty
- Up to $2,000 per violation, per day
- Adopted
- Ordinance 2026-003, January 13, 2026
Summary
Celina adopted the 2024 International Residential Code by city ordinance, so the IRC's smoke alarm chapter, covering placement, interconnection, and power source in every sleeping room, is binding on new construction and major remodels citywide.
The International Residential Code, being in particular the 2024 edition and appendices BA, BD, BF, BN, BO, CA, CB, CD, CE, CF and NF, as amended, except as it may be in conflict with the provisions of any ordinance of the city.
Full Breakdown
Celina requires new and altered dwellings to meet the 2024 International Residential Code, adopted by reference under § 3.02.003(a)(3) and enforced citywide, with the specific IRC amendments filed on record per § 3.02.004 rather than reprinted in the code text. Because the city adopted the IRC without carving out its smoke-alarm chapter, that model code's requirements for smoke alarm placement, interconnection, and power source apply to every home built or substantially remodeled under a Celina permit. The City Building and Fire Official enforces the adopted codes under § 3.02.001, and violations of the building regulations article carry a fine of up to $2,000, with each day of noncompliance a separate offense under § 3.02.002.
Violations & Fines
Building without a permit or failing to meet adopted IRC standards, including smoke alarm provisions, draws a fine of up to $2,000 per violation, with each day of continuing noncompliance a separate offense.
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