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The Redmond Fire Department inspection program is designed to encompass a variety of fire code issues and other concerns that property and business owners face in the City of Redmond and King County Fire District 34.  If you would like to request one of these inspections or if you have other fire code related concerns, please submit an inspection request.

Business License Inspections:
The City of Redmond requires a Business License for all businesses operating within the city limits, with the exception of insurers or their agents (RMC 5.04.130, 6).  The Redmond Fire Department  reviews and signs all applications before a license is issued.  The review may include an immediate inspection for International Fire Code compliance, or scheduling of a maintenance inspection at a future date.  The Business License Inspection allows the RFD to be informed about building use or occupancy changes that could increase hazards to the building and occupants.  The Redmond Fire Prevention Division administrates and determines the appropriate steps required to process the Business License Application.  For more information on applying for a business license, see the Business License page. To contact the Redmond Fire Department about Business License Inspections email us at fpdiv@redmond.gov.

Confidence Test Inspections:
The Redmond Fire Department requires a contractor performing confidence inspections to forward test results/reports to the Redmond Fire Prevention Division.  Fire protection systems and equipment are required to be maintained in good working condition at all times.  Confidence tests on these systems ensure that they are functioning properly.  Inspections will be generated to ensure that deficiencies noted on the confidence test reports are repaired.  If you have questions about your fire protection systems or a confidence test that was performed on your system contact us at .fpdiv@redmond.gov

Maintenance Inspections:
The Redmond Fire Prevention Division administers the Fire and Life Safety Maintenance Inspection program for the Redmond Fire Department.  Fire and Life Safety Maintenance Inspections are performed at all occupancies within the Redmond City limits except single family residences.  Fire Inspectors are responsible to enforce International Fire Code (IFC) compliance and to maintain records of all activities within their inspection district.  The IFC permit program, the business license inspection program, and the degree of hazards existing in the building shall prioritize the scheduling of inspections.  To request a Maintenance Inspection please use our online request form.

New Construction & Tenant Improvement Inspections:
The Fire Prevention Division provides permitting, plan review and inspection services to ensure that buildings are safe for the citizens of Redmond.   New Construction and Tenant Improvement Inspections cover permitted construction work including:

• Automatic Fire Alarm Systems
• Building (Fire and Life Safety Codes)
• Fire Sprinkler Systems
• Fire Extinguishing Systems (Including Hood & Duct systems and FM 200 type systems)
• International Fire Code, Construction Permits

Operations Inspections:
The Redmond Fire Prevention Division administers the Operations Division inspection program for the Redmond Fire Department.  Inspections are performed at all occupancies not requiring International Fire Code (IFC) Permits within the Redmond city limits except single family residences.  Operations inspections are typically completed by fire suppression crews.  If you have had an operations inspection done at your business and have questions regarding it, please contact Redmond Fire Prevention Division at fpdiv@redmond.gov.

Special Inspections:
Special Inspections are intended to identify code violations or reveal unsafe situations which may present themselves during special events, peak occupancy times, or in response to a citizen complaint.  Please contact us at fpdiv@redmond.gov if you would like this type of inspection.

International Fire Code Permit Inspections
The City of Redmond Fire Department (RFD) has adopted the International Fire Code (IFC) as specified in the Redmond Municipal Code (RMC) 15.06-Fire Code. The RFD permit program will be based on Section 105 of the IFC.  An IFC permit constitutes permission to maintain, store, use or handle materials, or conduct processes which produce conditions hazardous to life or property.  A permit also constitutes permission to install equipment used in connection with such activities.  This permission shall not be construed as authority to violate, cancel, or set aside any of the provisions of this code.  A permit shall not take the place of any license required by law or other governmental agency. If you have any questions about the RFD permit program please contact us at fpdiv@redmond.gov.

International Fire Code Single Use Permits
The International Fire Code requires permits be issued for the following activities/items

• Carnivals and Fairs
• Temporary Membrane Structures
• Tents or Canopies
• Underground Storage Tank Removal

Please contact us at fpdiv@redmond.gov for additional information on these permits.