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Frequently Asked Questions
- What codes and standards does my project have to be in compliance with?
- I’ve heard that thumb-turn style door locks are illegal. Is this true? If so, what kinds of locks can I have in order to be in compliance with the code but also provide protection from theft?
- How far from the road and from existing buildings can my building be?
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- I’ve heard fire districts use the terms “fire alarm system” and “sprinkler monitoring alarm system.” What is the difference?
- I’ve heard fire districts use the term “common-use” area. What is the definition of a common-use area?
- I’ve heard fire districts use the term “fire flow” when referring to fire hydrant requirements associated with a new project? What does the term “fire flow” really mean?
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- I want to burn some scrap vegetation that I’ve accumulated on my property over time. Can I get a burn permit?
- I own a business and I’ve hired a new employee. I need to make room for her and so I need to put up some new walls. Do I need a building permit or a permit from the fire district? If so, why?
- I am a fire sprinkler contractor working on a very small tenant finish job involving a few sprinkler additions and relocations. Do I have to wait for my plan to be reviewed before I can get a permit?
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North Metro Fire Invites Community to Discuss Station 61 Rebuilding
North Metro Fire invites you to attend a community forum to provide input on the rebuilding of North Metro Fire Station 61, located at 1275 Midway Blvd. The community forum will be held on December 12 from 5:30-7 p.m. Read on... -
North Metro Fire Hosting Toy Drive for A Precious Child
North Metro Fire is partnering with A Precious Child to make sure children in our community have a special Christmas morning with gifts under the tree. We invite the community to help us collect new toys for our toy drive. Read on... -
Safety 101: Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Installing and maintaining smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in your home is essential to keeping your family safe. Test your knowledge on what you need to do as a homeowner. Read on...
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