To provide early warning in the event of fire, detection systems
shall be installed and maintained in operable condition in all occupancies
and locations set forth in this article.
[Amended by Ord. No. 1681]
Smoke and heat detection systems shall be installed in all spaces
in all new buildings regardless of size or construction except for
one- and two-family dwellings. The detection systems shall be in all
spaces, including, but not limited to, hidden spaces (e.g., attics,
crawl spaces, truss-constructed areas), basements, store rooms, closets,
occupied and unoccupied areas. One- and two-family dwellings shall
have smoke detection systems as required by the Wisconsin Statutes
and the Wisconsin Administrative Code. The Fire Department is authorized
to modify any of the provisions of this chapter upon application by
the owner, lessee, or a duly authorized representative where there
are practical difficulties in the way of carrying out the provisions
of the chapter, provided that the intent of the chapter shall be complied
with, public safety secured, and substantial justice done.
All detection systems shall be monitored by an approved off-site
central station monitoring service, except for one- and two-family
dwellings.
No fire and smoke detection system shall be installed or altered
in any building until plans have been submitted to and conditionally
approved by the Building Inspector and the Fire Department. Two copies
of the plans shall be submitted. The plans shall contain drawings
showing locations of detectors, pull stations and horns. The plans
shall contain a brief description of connections within the system.
Any fire alarm system which has been installed pursuant to this
section or in compliance with any other statute, ordinance or regulation
shall be maintained in operative condition at all time. It shall be
unlawful for any owner or occupant to reduce the effectiveness of
the protection so required; provided, however, that the owner or occupant
may temporarily reduce or discontinue the protection where necessary
to make tests, repairs, alterations or additions to the system or
appliance. The Fire Chief shall be notified before any system is reduced
or discontinued for such repair, alteration or addition and shall
be notified promptly upon the system's restoration to service.