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1. How do I request a copy of a fire incident report?

Use the Records Request Center Portal to submit a public records request for a fire incident report (excluding EMS records), track the status of your request, and view other frequently asked questions about obtaining records.

To submit a request for EMS reports and/or medical records please visit this link for information about that process as these are not a public record.

2. When are fire incident reports available?

Most fire incident reports are available for release within two weeks after the incident.

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1. Fire Protection System Permits - What is Required & How to Apply

The Fire Department requires permits to add, modify or remove fire protection systems - prior to beginning work in these areas.

Some examples are: 

• adding/removing/relocating devices on all fire sprinkler, alarm or hood suppression systems
• replacing a fire alarm control panel
• changing the communication devices or other components on a fire alarm control panel
• demolition of non-required systems, etc.

Permit requirements for individual permit types can be found at our Fire Protection System Permits Page where you can select the tab for the permit type you are inquiring about for specific application criteria. When you are ready to submit your application, visit the Self Service Portal. Please allow a minimum of two weeks for permit application processing and plan review. The current fee schedule can be found here.

Fire Permit page.

2. Fire Protection Systems - Inspection Info & Criteria

• All work shall remain uncovered, visible and accessible for inspection. 
• Fire inspections are conducted from the ground level. 
• All work that requires a fire permit, also requires an inspection of that work.
• Installation contractor is required to be onsite for the duration of the requested inspection.
• Fire Protection System inspections must be scheduled by the installation contractor; they can be requested using this Fire Inspection Request Form. 
  • These inspections can only be requested by the contractor that pulled the permit. 
    • Exception: When a number of fire protection systems are being finaled that are tied together, the fire alarm contractor shall coordinate the scheduled date/time with the other fire protection installers to ensure everyone's work is complete and ready for final inspection at one time. 
• Inspection requests must be submitted by the previous business day at 4:00pm using this web form, or call 509-585-4352 to schedule by phone but allow two business days notice.
  

Fire Inspection Request Form

3. Fireworks Display Permits - What is Required & How to Apply

A permit is required for fireworks displays, there is no fee required for a fireworks display permit at this time. Permit applications can be filed online via the Self Service Portal.

Application for permits for a public display of fireworks shall be made in writing at least 15 days in advance of the display. (KMC 15.30.240)

The applicant for a permit for a public display of fireworks shall file with the Fire Department a copy of a public liability and property damage insurance policy providing coverage with minimum limits as specified in RCW 70.77.295; however, the holder of a general license from the chief of the Washington State Patrol, through the director of fire protection, and upon compliance with RCW 70.77.355, shall be excused from compliance with this subsection. (KMC 15.30.280)