Texas § HS.791.004 - EXEMPTIONS

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§ HS.791.004. EXEMPTIONS

EXEMPTIONS. (a) This chapter does not apply to the construction of a structure in a municipality that has in effect a nationally recognized model building code governing the construction if the building code requires at least one one-hour fire-resistive means of escape with a total width equal to or greater than the total exit width required under this chapter for a structure of three or more stories. (b) This chapter does not apply to a grain elevator constructed of: (1) steel; (2) steel and concrete; or (3) wood if fewer than five persons are employed at the grain elevator. (c) This chapter does not apply to a county courthouse that: (1) was constructed before September 1, 1989; and (2) is located in a county with a population of less than 50,000. Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1989. Amended by: Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 171 (S.B. 888 ), Sec. 1, eff. May 24, 2023.

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