New Construction & Tenant Improvement Permits | Burn Permits | Uniform Fire Code Permits

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New Construction & Tenant Improvement Permits

Automatic Fire Alarm Systems:
Permits:  Apply for a Standard Alarm Permit if the scope of work will include either of the following:  more than 25 devices; or the installation of an STU, FACP, transmitter, remote power supply, etc. Apply for a Quick Start Alarm Permit if the scope of work fits the following requirements:  Twenty five or fewer devices or repair work with up to 25 devices.

Building Permits:
Redmond Fire Prevention Plan Reviewers review Building permits for fire and life safety issues.  Please see the Building Division's page for more information on Building Permits.

Fire Sprinkler Systems:
Permits:  You may apply for a Quick Start Sprinkler Permit if the scope of work is for 20 or fewer heads and the modification to the existing system does not change the hydraulic calculations and is not located in the most remote area.  If the scope of work does not fit these criteria, you will need to apply for a standard permit.

Fire Extinguishing Systems:
Permit:  Fire Extinguishing Systems Permits are typically used for Hood & Duct Suppression Systems as well as FM 200 type systems.  

Burn Permits:
Outdoor burning regulations adopted by the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (PSCAA) prohibit outdoor fires in the "carbon monoxide non-attainment area."  This area, defined by PSCAA, includes the urban areas of King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties. The entire city of Redmond and portions of King County Fire District 34 fall within this No-burn area.  For details, see the online map for King County Fire District 34.

Residential:  Apply for a Residential Burn Permit if you will be burning no more than 1 pile at a time, the pile will be no larger than 4 feet in diameter and 3 feet in height, and you meet the other requirements listed for Residential Burn Permits.

Land Clearing:  A land clearing burning permit is required for each large pile of debris created by the clearing of a construction site outside the no-burn area. A $25 fee is required at the time of application, and three days from the application date must be allowed for a burn site inspection before you may begin burning. Land Clearing Permits are only available at the Headquarters Fire Station, 8450 161st Ave. NE, Redmond, right next to the U. S. Post Office.  Office hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

International Fire Code Permits
An operational permit is required to maintain, store, use or handle materials, or to conduct processes which produce conditions hazardous to life or property.  For a list of  required operations permits see IFC Operations Permits.  Attached are copies of  IFC Single Use Permit Application and IFC Annual Permit Application.

A Fire Installation Permit is required to install or modify systems or equipment for processes which produce conditions hazardous to life or property.  For a list of  required installation permits see IFC Installation Permits.   Please contact the International Code Council (ICC) to purchase a copy of the International Fire Code (IFC).  Fire Code permit fees can be found in the 2007 City of Redmond User Fee Schedules.