Fire Protection System Review

Information residents need if they plan to install a fire protection system or currently have one.

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Overview

Despite our best efforts to prevent fires in our community, they still occur. When this happens, the primary goal is life safety by limiting the size of the fire, thus reducing the potential for injury and damage. This is done through the installation of various fire suppression, detection and alarm systems. 

 

Preparation

Prior to installation, the plans for these systems are reviewed to insure that they are designed according to local codes and recognized standards. Except for hood suppression systems, application for permit to install or alter all fire detection, suppression and alarm systems are submitted to the St. Louis City Building Division, located in City Hall. Applications for permits to install or alter a hood suppression system are submitted to the Bureau of Fire Prevention.

Instructions

Fire Protection System Review Documents

Pre-Test Forms:
  • Hood Suppression System Pre-Test Verification From
  • Sprinkler System Pre-Test Verification and Inspection Request Form
  • Fire Alarm Pre-Test Verification and Inspection Request form

Review Submittal Forms:

  • Sprinkler System Review Submittal Form
  • Fire Alarm System Review Submittal Form
Note:  All available Fire Protection System Review Forms may be found in the Fire Department Documents section of this web site.

Fees

Fees vary, depending on permit.

What to Expect

Plans for ALL fire suppression, detection and alarm systems are reviewed by the Bureau of Fire Prevention plan review officer. Sprinkler system plans involving the addition or relocation of sprinkler heads should be highlighted in the submittal. After the systems are installed, they are tested to assure that they work according to design. Inspectors from the Bureau of Fire Prevention witness the test and verify that all devices, valves, etc. are working properly. A system is not approved until it successfully passes the test, and the test has been witnessed by Fire Prevention Bureau inspectors.

Additional Information

 Fire Suppression, Detection & Alarm System Plan Review contact:

Assistant Fire Marshal - Fire Captain John Walk, (314) 289-1955.

Contact

Fire Department

(314) 533-3406

1421 N. Jefferson Ave
St. Louis, Missouri 63106

24 hrs

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