The Fire Prevention Division manages department public education programs, oversees fire code enforcement and ensures all commercial building fire protection equipment and fire life safety system are tested and maintained according to national fire code requirements. In addition, our inspectors also conduct building site inspections, review and inspect fire operational permits, and fire investigations.
Boise Fire issues Fire Operational Permits to allow for potentially hazardous activities within the limits of fire-related laws, codes or ordinances.
Search PermitsThe Fire Prevention Division Inspectors oversee commercial building inspections, business operations considered high hazard, and Fire Operational Permit inspections. Area of jurisdiction includes Boise City limits, NACFR and Whitney Fire district.
- Fire Inspection Request – Childcare licenses or other state mandated fire inspections;
- Fire Safety Checklist for commercial buildings.
A Fire Marshal consultation reviews commercial and residential development projects, and annexation and rezoning proposals:
- Non-Building Agreements, Release of Non-Build, and Letter of Satisfaction;
- Annexations and rezoning requiring the attention of the Boise Fire Department in order to ensure that those areas will have adequate fire protection.
Key boxes / Knox Boxes are required for all commercial buildings that have a Fire Alarm or Sprinkler system connected to a monitoring service.
- Key Box / Knox Box
- Inspector Map - Contact your area to schedule an appointment to set up new eCore/Electronic Box
Keeping yourself, your family, your home and your community safe from fire is important. Here are some educational resources to help you learn more - so you can be fire safe.
Learn MoreThe Building department handles:
- Fire Life Safety Permits – Fire Alarms, Sprinklers, Hood Suppression systems – All installation, alteration and system removals;
- New Tenant Building Permits, or call (208) 608-7070;
- Record Request for old Certificate of Occupancy, or call (208) 608-7100;
- Residential Code Compliance Concerns – Enforcing City Code related to burn bans, residential burning, yard debris or weeds.
Since experiencing a fatal wildfire in 2008, Boise has taken many steps to help mitigate wildfires. Learn about the efforts that have been made, and find resources for homeowners looking to be more firewise.
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