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Fire Marshal Permit Requirements

The Fire Marshal administers and issues two types of permits: Construction Permits and Fire Prevention Code Permits (FPCP).

CONSTRUCTION PERMITS

The Fire Marshal is authorized to act on behalf of the Fairfax County Building Official (DPWES) regarding enforcement of the USBC which includes processing and issuing construction permits (i.e., FPD Permit, Low-voltage Electrical Permit, Mechanical/Gas Permit) related to fire protection equipment/systems and special locking arrangements.

Letter to Community & Industry: Fire Protection Equipment and Systems Construction Permit Requirements (PDF)

Once issued, construction permits allow the permit applicant (i.e., licensed contractor) to install or modify systems and equipment for which a permit and/or approval is required under Section 108 of the Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC), applicable sections of the Fire Prevention Code, and the water and fire regulations section Fairfax County Public Facilities Manual (PFM). For a complete list of construction permit and plans review fees, consult the fire marshal billable services and fees section of our website.

	Construction Permit Appications
FPD Permit Application (PDF)	Mechanical/Gas Permit Application (PDF)	Low-voltage Electrical Permit Application (PDF)

Have a Question?
- Construction Permit Requirements and Related Inspections >> Call the Fire Protection Systems Branch at 703-246-4821
- Scheduling an Acceptance Inspection/Test >> Consult the Acceptance Testing of Fire Protection Systems & Special Locks section of our website.
- Permit Application Process and Fees >> Call the Revenue and Records Branch at 703-246-4803
- Plan Submittal/Review of Fire Protection Equipment/Systems and Special Locking Arrangements >> Call the Engineering Plans Review Branch at 703-246-4806

FIRE PREVENTION CODE PERMITS (FPCP)

Sections 107.2 and 108.1.1 of the Fire Prevention Code authorize the Fire Marshal to require operational permits (i.e., Fire Prevention Code Permits) for activities, processes, and occupancies regulated by the Fire Prevention Code.

Once issued, Fire Prevention Code Permits (FPCP) allow the permit applicant to (a) conduct activities involving the handling, storage, or use of substances, materials, or devices regulated by the Fire Prevention Code, (b) conduct processes regulated by the Fire Prevention Code which produce conditions hazardous to life or property, (c) and/or to establish a place of assembly. Please refer to the following publications for a complete list of FPCP requirements and fees, as well as information about Non Residential Use Permits (i.e., certificates of occupancy) required for commercial occupancies in Fairfax County.

Fire Prevention Code Permit Requirements & Fees (PDF)

Non Residential Use Permits (PDF) (Fairfax County Only)

Have a Question?
- FPCP Requirements and Related Inspections >> Call the Fire Inspections Branch at 703-246-4849
- Permit Application Process and Fees >> Call the Revenue and Records Branch at 703-246-4803
- Plan Submittal/Review Related to an FPCP Application >> Call the Engineering Plans Review Branch at 703-246-4806

	Office of the Fire Marshal Fire Marshal Permit Requirements 10700 Page Avenue Fairfax, Virginia 22030 Telephone: 703-246-4800 Fax: 703-691-0209

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