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1. How can I check the status of my permit or project?

The status may be found online.  For questions, contact 301-600-3463.

Permit/Project Inquiry

2. What does the Office of Life Safety do?

We review Fire Alarm & Suppression System plans and non-residential building plans for life safety issues. We are also an approving agency for all site and improvement plans. We inspect homes and non-residential establishments which have open permits for life safety and fire prevention code compliance to help ensure the safety of citizens.

3. Where do I apply for a Fire permit?

Application is made at the Division of Permitting & Development Review, 30 N. Market Street in Frederick.

4. How do I obtain an inspection?

Call Life Safety at 301-600-3463 after you’ve received your approved permit. Please have your permit number available.

5. What is a suppression system?

This includes equipment designed to control fire including sprinklers, fire pumps, standpipes, hoods & chemical extinguishing systems.

6. Do I have to sprinkler an addition to my home?

If your home is already protected by a sprinkler fire suppression system, the addition does need to have sprinklers. Homes that do not have an existing sprinkler system aren’t required to install sprinklers.

7. What information do I need to include on fire permit submittals?

All information needed for fire permit submittals can be found on our website or you may contact us at 301-600-3463.

Life Safety website