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Fire Prevention
The Fire Prevention Division is responsible for issuing and enforcing permits under Massachusetts General Law 148 and 527 CMR (Fire Prevention Regulations). The division also is responsible for:
- Scheduling inspections and following up on any violations found during those inspections
- Scheduling fire drills
- Investigating any violations of Massachusetts General Law 148 or the Massachusetts Fire Prevention Regulations
- Reviewing building plans for compliance with the fire protection aspects of the Massachusetts State Building Code in cooperation with the Office of Community Development
- Inspect building projects for compliance with applicable laws and codes
- Schedule smoke detector inspections upon sale of real estate in Town in compliance with Massachusetts General Law chapter 148, section 26F
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Fee Schedule (PDF)
View the most up-to-date fee schedule from the Fire Department.
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Fire / Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Details
Submit a detail request through the Belmont Fire Department.
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Fire Prevention Division
The Fire Prevention Division is responsible for issuing and enforcing permits under Massachusetts General Law 148 and 527 CMR (Fire Prevention Regulations).
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Home Safety Surveys
The Home Safety Surveys provide recommendations for the resident to consider and are always non-punitive and provided free of charge to reduce the risk of home accidents and fires in our community.
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Inspections & Permits
Access a list of inspection applications and permits.
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Open Burning
Belmont is 1 of 22 communities in Massachusetts where open burning is not allowed.