All fire protection submittals require 3 sets of plans and 1 set of product specification sheets or any applicable information needed for that specific fire protection system.  The plan review process is 2 weeks for all fire protection systems, and 4 weeks for a new commercial automatic fire sprinkler system.  All fees are paid when the plans are approved.

The State of California has adopted the 2002 editions of NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 13, 72 and 24 as amended by the State Fire Marshal.  The 2002 NFPA 13 installation of sprinkler systems, has a TIA (Tentative Interim Amendment) it's a grey sheet in the back of the book referring to sway brace calculation from the 2007 NFPA 13. Your fire sprinkler plan submittal shall have the sway brace calculations using the 2007 NFPA 13.

Any business that stores any combustible  commodities greater than twelve feet in height or any high hazard commodities over 6 feet in height, palletized/piles, shelf or rack storage are required to obtain a permit from the Fire Department.  Any shelving or racks greater than 8 feet in height are required to obtain a permit from the Building Department.  A floor plan and a completed high piled storage application shall be submitted for review and approval.  A high piled storage analysis may be required based on the complexity of the commodity and storage arrangement.  Upon approval a permit will be issued and will be reviewed each year or at the time of your scheduled fire inspection.

Fire Inspections

Each Fire Inspector is responsible for a specific area and they schedule their own appointments for inspections.  Call at least a minimum of 48 hours in advanced to schedule an inspection.  When you call to schedule please have the building and/or fire permit number and project address available so that the correct inspection is scheduled.