Fire Code & Inspections

Fire Code

Based on the authority given to Orange County Emergency Services District #1, by the State of Texas, Texas Health and Safety Code, Title 9, Safety, Subtitle B. Emergencies, Chapter 775, Emergency Services Districts, a Fire Code has been approved by the Commissioner of Orange County Emergency Services District #1 and put into place.

The fire code being utilized by Orange County Emergency Services District #1 is the 2015 International Fire Code with various amendments.

Fire Code Appeal Form

Outdoor Burning in Texas

Fire Code With Amendments

Requesting a Fire Code Appeal

False Alarm Order

False Alarms

Plan Review

To submit plans for the review and inspection process, please note the following:

Subdivision, site, and building plans (including remodels) should be submitted along with all associated fees to Orange County Emergency Services District #1 (located at 2351 Hwy 12, in Vidor). Alarm and sprinkler plans should also be submitted for review if applicable.
If you are submitting plans for review within the city limits of Vidor, you must submit your plans to the City of Vidor,
Orange County Emergency Services District #1 does not accept CASH for any services rendered.
Please make CHECKS or MONEY ORDERS payable to Orange County Emergency Services District #1.

Application for Plan Review

Fire Alarm Process Flowchart

Fire Sprinkler Overhead Process Flowchart

Private Underground Sprinkler Process Flowchart

Civil and Building Review Flowchart

Fire Inspection

Orange County Emergency Services District #1 will conduct inspections throughout the construction phase. Most inspection fees are covered in the review process; however, there are some associated fees that will need to be paid prior to inspection. A complete breakdown of our fee schedule is illustrated in the Application for Plan Review and Request for Inspection documents.

Outdoor Festival Safety Guidelines

Knox-Box Guidelines

General Design Guidelines

Request for Inspection

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