A red fire truck labeled "61" and a smaller emergency vehicle are parked outside a building marked "Station 61" on a suburban street.

Prevention

The Fire Prevention Division

The Fire Prevention Division is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of the community through proactive fire prevention measures. Our mission is to minimize the risk of incidents by enforcing fire codes, conducting inspections, and offering public education programs. We collaborate with businesses, schools, and residents to implement fire safety standards and provide guidance on fire-resistant building designs, safe handling of hazardous materials, and emergency preparedness.

Services include:

  • Life safety inspections of commercial buildings
  • Fire code enforcement
  • Public education and outreach
  • Plan reviews for new construction and renovations
  • Fire protection system plan reviews and inspections
  • Determining the origin and cause of fires
  • Issuance of fire permits
  • Defensible space inspections

The division’s goal is to reduce the incidence of fires, save lives, and protect property through effective prevention, education, and enforcement strategies.