The following information is necessary for review to begin, and must be submitted.
- Plans with device locations, room labels and scale noted.
Plans should be submitted as fire alarm layer only. Where more than one type of visual
appliance is specified, the candela of each should be noted as a subscript to the device on
the drawings. A riser diagram is required for each system. - Manufacturer's cut sheets for all equipment.
Manufacturer’s cut sheets are checked for UL listing, compatibility and to double-check
battery calculations. Be sure this information is available. - Complete Battery calculations back to main panel.
All initiating devices and notification appliances should be included. If this is an addition
to an existing system, the ability of the existing panel to accept the addition of a zone or
devices should be shown. - Narrative describing scope of work and basis of design.
The narrative should briefly but completely address the scope of work being done. This
should also state the type of occupancy per 780 CMR, chapter 3 (use groups) as well as the
code which the fire alarm system is designed under. If the designer is taking advantage of
exceptions within the State Building Code, this should be addressed here. - Sequence of Operations for alarm system.
This will describe how the initiating devices report an alarm condition to the building
occupants and/or the fire department. Additional controls by the fire alarm system,
such as elevator recall and smoke control should be addressed.
Plans will be assigned a “document number” which is used for internal tracking purposes
only. All contact or information between an applicant and the Boston Fire Department
concerning a set of plans should always reference the assigned document number.Locations requesting a Masterbox installation must have the designer or installer contact
Superintendent Patrick O’Rourke, 617-343-2060, prior to beginning installation.
Permits are valid for one year after approval. Contact the Fire Prevention Division for extensions.
Permits & Applications
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Think Safety First When Planning Your Barbecue This Summer
BFD offers tips and advice on barbecue safety.
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A Few Quick Summer Safety Tips from BFD
Attached are a few quick summer safety tips from the Boston Fire Department...
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New Requirements for Certain Lodging and Boarding Houses
On December 5, 2012 the Boston City Council adopted MGL Chapter 148 Section 26H requiring owners of lodging and boarding houses renting to 6 or more unrelated tenants to sprinkler their properties by December 5, 2017. (Click links below for more information.)
City Ordinance Adopting MGL Chapter 148 Section 26H
Letter from Fire Marshal regarding MGL Chapter 148 Section 26H
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Restricted Use of Propane (LPG) for "Hot Work"
Effective January 1, 2013
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Commercial Hood and Exhaust Cleaners
December 1, 2012 new guidelines from the Boston Fire Department that can affect commercial hood and exhaust cleaners registration
Guidelines for Loss of Registration for Hood Exhaust Cleaners and Inspectors
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Sale or Transfer of Residential Dwellings
As of August 1, 2012, realtors and sellers scheduling Certificate of Compliance inspections should be aware that under MGL Chapter 148 sec 26F residential dwellings built after 1975 or having 6 or more dwelling units are exempt from the requirements of 26F.....
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Candle Usage Guidelines, Definitions and Application for Candle Usage in a Place of Assembly
Read the new Candle Guidelines that are in effect October 1, 2012. The Boston Fire Department requires that the use of candles in a Place of Assembly be permitted as defined in the attached document.
Candle Usage Guidelines, Definitions and Application for Candle Usage in a Place of Assembly
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New Crowd Manager Regulations
According to 527 CMR 10.13 effective June 1, 2011 a trained crowd manager must be present in any Nightclub, Bar, Discotheque, or Dance Hall with an occupant load of 100 or more persons during all hours when the facility is open to patrons.
Mass. Dept. of Fire Services Information on Crowd Manager Designation
Announcements
- Important Safety Information from the Boston Fire Department
- New Requirements for Antifreeze Solutions in Sprinkler Systems
- Advisory on Exhaust Hood Cleaning and Inspection Deficiency Reports
- Notify BFD when your contract to clean an exhaust vent has been canceled
- Fire Prevention Order 11-1
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