Conroe, TX Fire Regulations: Smoke Detectors (2026)
Key Facts
- Code Basis
- IRC 2012 & IFC 2009
- Location
- Every bedroom, outside sleeping areas, every level
- New Construction
- Hardwired with battery backup
- CO Detectors
- Required with fuel-burning appliances
Summary
Conroe requires smoke detectors per the adopted International Residential Code (IRC 2012) and International Fire Code (IFC 2009). Detectors are required in each sleeping room, outside each sleeping area, and on every level.
Sec. 92.255. INSTALLATION AND LOCATION. (a) A landlord shall install at least one smoke alarm in each separate bedroom in a dwelling unit. In addition: (1) if the dwelling unit is designed to use a single room for dining, living, and sleeping, the smoke alarm must be located inside the room; (2) if multiple bedrooms are served by the same corridor, at least one smoke alarm must be installed in the corridor in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms; and (3) if the dwelling unit has multiple levels, at least one smoke alarm must be located on each level.
Full Breakdown
Under Conroe's adopted building codes (IRC 2012 and IFC 2009 via Chapter 14 and Chapter 30), smoke alarms are required in every sleeping room, outside each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of bedrooms, and on each level of the dwelling including the basement. For new construction, interconnected hardwired smoke alarms with battery backup are required. Carbon monoxide detectors are required in homes with fuel-burning appliances or attached garages per the IRC. The Fire Marshal's office at 936-522-3000 can provide guidance on detector requirements.
Violations & Fines
Non-compliant smoke detector installations fail building inspections. Landlords must ensure rental properties have functioning detectors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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