BSD Codes & Ordinances

Building safety issues:

The Division of Building Safety handles various issues that are regulated by City Ordinance(s).  The entire Code of Ordinance book for the City of Pharr has been placed on the internet for reference and information.  Information is available to print.  You may use this internet version as it is a very viable alternative to hard copy printing.

The City of Pharr adopted the 2003 Building Codes.  Specifically, the City of Pharr Building Safety Division enforces the following:

2003 Residential Code, Ordinance 0-2003-48
2003 Building Code, Ordinance 0-2003-47
2003 Property Maintenance Code, Ordinance 0-2003-53
2003 Fuel Gas Code, Ordinance 0-2003-49
2003 Energy Conservation Code, Ordinance 0-2003-50
2003 Plumbing Code, Ordinance 0-2003-51
2003 Mechanical Code, Ordinance 0-2003-52
2002 National Electrical Code, Ordinance No. 0-2002-41

Fees:

Permit fees and ordinances may be looked up by clicking here