[Ord. 891, passed 9-24-1984; Ord. 1301, passed 5-24-2004]
(a) Fire prevention permit requirements shall adhere to the International
Fire Code requirements. Request for a fire prevention permit shall
include either an approved set of building plans or a description
of the activity to be undertaken.
(b) A fire prevention permit is required for any fire alarm detection
system installation or modification to same; any fire suppression
system installation or modification to same; installation of fire
substation; any public display of fireworks; storage and handling
of combustible and/or flammable liquids (including temporary and permanent
storage tanks) and hazardous materials; storage and handling of liquified
petroleum gases; storage and handling of explosives, ammunition and
blasting agents; and bonfires.
(c) Where applicable, a valid permit shall be displayed at all times
on the site until such time as construction is completed and final
inspection approved.
(d) If a properly completed application for a fire prevention permit
is neither approved nor disapproved within 90 days, it shall be deemed
approved and the permit shall be executed. A permit may be voided
by notifying the holder if:
(1)
The application contained false information;
(2)
Applicable construction did not start within 180 days;
(3)
The construction is not substantially completed within one year
from the date of issuance;
(4)
The construction is found to be in violation of the Fire Prevention
Code.
[Ord. 1301, passed 5-24-2004]
(a) Violation of article.
(1)
Any individual, firm or corporation that violates any provision
of this article commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction,
be sentenced to pay a fine of not more than $1,000 and costs.
(2)
Each day that a violation of this article continues shall be
considered a separate violation.
(b) Disposition of penalties. The amount of the penalty shall be forwarded
to the entity with enforcement jurisdiction.