All properties within the Borough of Oaklyn having an automatic
fire alarm system or a fire sprinkler system shall be equipped with
a rapid access key box. This shall not apply to owner-occupied one-
and two-family dwellings.
The Fire Official shall designate the type of rapid-access key
box system to be implemented within the Borough and shall have authority
to require all structures to use the designated rapid-access key box
system. The location of the box shall be installed in a location approved
by the Oaklyn Fire Official. The box shall be required to have a tamper
switch connected to the building's fire alarm system.
The rapid-access key box(es) shall contain the following:
A. Key(s) to locked points of egress, whether on the interior or exterior
of such buildings.
B. Key(s) to the locked mechanical rooms.
C. Key(s) to the locked elevator rooms and controls.
D. Key(s) to any fence or secured areas.
E. Key(s) to any other areas as directed by the Fire Official.
All existing buildings shall comply with this chapter by July
1, 2023. All newly constructed buildings, buildings not currently
occupied or buildings under construction (i.e., alarm system installation)
shall comply immediately.
Any building owner violating this chapter shall be subject to
penalties, as set forth in the Uniform Fire Code.