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Fire Permits and Inspections
The Fire Prevention Division issues permits, conducts hazard inspections and provides services to builders and developers, including plan review, environmental site assessments, permits and life safety systems inspections.
The Prevention Division is led by Assistant Fire Chief and Fire Marshal David Cannaday, who is responsible for developing, maintaining and enforcing the fire code.
Effective August 27, 2019, the City of Allen has adopted the 2018 International Fire Code. All permits submitted on or after September 1, 2019 must adhere to the new code and local amendments. View new code and local amendments.
The following links provide assistance in understanding the local fire code and amendments adopted by the City of Allen.
The Fire Department is now accepting credit cards (Mastercard and Visa) as forms of payment for permit and inspection fees.
The Prevention Division is led by Assistant Fire Chief and Fire Marshal David Cannaday, who is responsible for developing, maintaining and enforcing the fire code.
International Fire Code Changes
Effective August 27, 2019, the City of Allen has adopted the 2018 International Fire Code. All permits submitted on or after September 1, 2019 must adhere to the new code and local amendments. View new code and local amendments.
Fire Code Resources
The following links provide assistance in understanding the local fire code and amendments adopted by the City of Allen.
- Local amendments to the International Fire Code (2018 Edition).
- Permit and Plan Review Process documents needed by contractors to assist in obtaining permits.
- Home Inspection information related to foster/adoption home and group home day care inspections.
- Certificate of Occupancy Checklist for new business owners and contractors who are attempting to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy.
- Forms to apply for permits, register as a contractor with the Allen Fire Department, and more.
- Informational Notice and Policy Statement regarding fire alarm audio and visual occupant notification.
Payment Options
The Fire Department is now accepting credit cards (Mastercard and Visa) as forms of payment for permit and inspection fees.