Welcome to the Community Fire Protection District's Customer Portal! You can now complete every step of the permit process online. The Online Permit Center offers public access to permit statuses, inspection requests, and helpful reference materials. Registered users can conveniently apply for permits and schedule inspections from anywhere.
*Credit card payments are subject to a 3% surcharge (minimum $2.00). Electronic check payments will have a flat $2.00 fee applied.
The permitting process is divided into clear steps to help guide you. As your project moves through each phase, you’ll receive updates in your portal account and via email. Requirements and review times vary depending on the permit type.
An occupancy permit from Community Fire Protection District is required prior to occupying any commercial building or building space within the district. An application must be submitted with an application fee of $100 (Complete Permit Fee Schedule can be downloaded below). This fee covers an occupancy permit inspection and one re-inspection. This application does not authorize occupancy. An occupancy permit will be issued after an inspection assures that the occupancy has no violations.
Upon application and payment, the district will review the application for completeness. Once marked complete, you will receive an email prompting you to schedule an occupancy permit inspection. Inspection requests can be made on the citizen portal. This inspection will determine if the building or space complies with the ordinances of Community Fire Protection District. When inspections determine that no violations exist, an occupancy permit will be issued.
PLEASE NOTE: The District does not require occupancy permits for residential occupancies.
The Community Fire Protection District requires permit applications be completed, submitted, and approved for any commercial construction project. The District does not require occupancy or building permits for one and two-family dwellings.
The Fire Marshal’s Division performs plan review and inspection of new construction and remodels, fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and other fire protection systems to prevent fire and/or fire spread. Plan reviews must be approved and permits issued before beginning any work. Once all applicable fees have been paid and the approved plans and permit have been issued, contractors may begin work.
If you have questions or need assistance with account setup or the application process, reach out to us at firemarshal@communityfpd.org or call (314) 428-1128.