Classification of Alarm System:
- Group A: An alarm system with no more than 10 alarm actuating devices.
- Group B: An alarm system with 11 to 100 alarm actuating devices.
- Group C: An alarm system with 101 or more alarm actuating devices.
False Response Fire Alarm Fees:
- Group A: Five false fire alarms result in a fee of $402.55 for each additional false alarm.
- Group B: Fifteen false fire alarms incur the same fee per excess response.
Fees are due within 30 days of the city mailing the false alarm confirmation notice, with a 30% penalty if not paid within 90 days. A hearing can be requested within 30 days to dispute false alarms.
Violations:
Violations may result in a misdemeanor charge, punishable by a fine ranging from $250 to $2000 per offense. Corporations and entities may also be held responsible for the actions of their agents.
Revocation of Permit:
A permit may be revoked for failure to pay fees, excessive false alarms, or any circumstance that would be a basis for denial. Appeals can be made within 15 days of the denial or revocation notice.
General Information:
- Permit term is one year, non-transferable.
- Single-family residential dwellings are exempt.
- Newly installed alarm systems have a three-month exemption from false alarm fees.
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