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Fire Permits

The Shakopee Fire Department issues permits and reviews plans for fire protection systems to ensure compliance with local and state fire codes.

When is a Fire Permit Required?

Fire permits are required for the installation or modification of:

  • Fire alarm systems
  • Sprinkler systems
  • Commercial kitchen hood suppression systems
  • Underground fire lines
  • Other fire protection systems regulated by fire code
How to Apply for a Fire Permit
All permit applications and plan submittals must be completed online using our ePortal for permits and licenses. 

Go to ePortal Fire Permits List

Need Inspection Info?

Visit our Fire Inspections page for inspection scheduling, hazardous materials reporting, and system testing guidelines.

Fire Code Specifications

Navigate the dropdown menu below to locate handouts providing more information on a variety of fire code specifications. Use the search bar to find something specific.

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Documents sorted by HEADER in Ascending Order within category
  • Apparatus Access Roads
    document Header Apparatus Access Roads
    Roads are required for commercial, industrial and certain residential properties.
  • Apparatus Specifications
    document Header Apparatus Specifications
    Information on length, width and turning radius of department apparatus.
  • Balconies and Patios
    document Header Balconies and Patios
  • Building Signage Specifications
    document Header Building Signage Specifications
    Signage and labeling of interior and exterior portions of the building.
  • Consumer Fireworks Retail Sales
    document Header Consumer Fireworks Retail Sales
    General requirements for retail sales.
  • Duct Smoke Detectors
    document Header Duct Smoke Detectors
    Requirements for duct smoke detectors in HVAC equipment.
  • Expositions and Events
    document Header Expositions and Events
    Requirements for aisles, temporary wiring and portable fire extinguishers.
  • Exterior Signage Details
    document Header Exterior Signage Details
    Layout specifications for the fire department connection, signage, keybox and exterior water flow horn/strobe.
  • Fence or Guard for Exterior Congregation Areas
    document Header Fence or Guard for Exterior Congregation Areas
    Provides requirements for security and exiting from outdoor patios or gathering spaces.
  • Fire Alarm Systems
    document Header Fire Alarm Systems
    Requirements for commercial, industrial and certain residential properties.
  • Fire Lane Signage
    document Header Fire Lane Signage
    Specifications for the installation of fire lane signage.
  • Fire Protection Inspection and Maintenance (ITM) Records
    document Header Fire Protection Inspection and Maintenance (ITM) Records
    Requirements for maintaining fire protection equipment and submitting records.
  • Fire Sprinkler Systems
    document Header Fire Sprinkler Systems
    Requirements for the installation of fire sprinklers and related equipment.
  • Fire Watch
    document Header Fire Watch
    Requirements for fire watch with fire protection equipment is out of service.
  • Flammable and Combustible Storage Tanks
    document Header Flammable and Combustible Storage Tanks
    Requirements for permitting and plan review.
  • Keyboxes
    document Header Keyboxes
    Requirements for the installation of fire department keyboxes.
  • Kitchen Hood Systems
    document Header Kitchen Hood Systems
    Requirements for the installation of commercial cooking hoods and hood fire protection.
  • Labeling Smoke and Fire Rated Walls
    document Header Labeling Smoke and Fire Rated Walls
    Requirements for labeling of smoke and fire rated walls in commercial, industrial and certain residential properties.
  • Location of Water Supply Riser
    document Header Location of Water Supply Riser
    Details on the location of the fire protection water supply.
  • Mobile Food Units
    document Header Mobile Food Units
    Requirements for mobile food units.
  • NFPA 72 Certificates
    document Header NFPA 72 Certificates
    Requirements for NFPA 72 Central Station Service certificates.
  • Pre-Incident Plans
    document Header Pre-Incident Plans
    Details for the design and submittal of pre-incident plans.
  • Premises Identification
    document Header Premises Identification
    Addressing requirements for commercial, industrial and residential properties.
  • Signage Details
    document Header Signage Details
    Specifications and details for address signs.
  • Temporary Heat
    document Header Temporary Heat
    Requirements for LP containers and temporary heat.
  • Tents
    document Header Tents
    Requirements for permitting and plan review.
  • Underground Piping
    document Header Underground Piping
    Requirements for dedicated or combination underground piping supplying fire protection systems.