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Update on Code Adoption in Texas

Houston City Council adopted an ordinance this week to require all new residential construction to  be 10% higher than the 2009 IECC, which is the current statewide code.  Houston was already 5% above the 2009; this move further establishes Houston’s position as an energy efficiency leader.

The City of Cedar Park, the fourth fastest growing city in America from 2010-2011, adopted the IECC effective October 1, 2012. Amarillo adopted the 2012 IECC (with significant amendments) last year as well.

If you know of other 2012 IECC adoptions in Texas or Oklahoma, please write them in the comments, or email info -at- eepartnership.com. And please subscribe to our feed or check here often for updates about building energy code adoption in Texas and Oklahoma.

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