There are two types of permits: Operational and Construction. Operational
permits allow the applicant to conduct an operation or a business for a
prescribed period of time, and Construction permits allow the applicant
to install or modify systems and equipment. Where more than one permit
is required for the same location, a consolidated permit can be issued
for the address, provided that each provision is listed on the permit. Applications for each of these permits can be downloaded.
Operational (Permit Application) (PDF file)
Construction (Application for Fire Protection System Permit) (PDF file)
You
may fax your completed application to (252) 636-1084, or mail it to New Bern Fire-Rescue,
P.O. Box 1129, New Bern, NC 28563-1129. If you prefer, you may also apply in person at the
Headquarters Fire Station, located at 1401 Neuse Boulevard.
Permits issued shall be kept on the premise designated therein at all
times and shall be readily available for inspection.
Operational Permits
Amusement Buildings
To operate a special amusement building.
Carnivals and Fairs
To conduct a carnival or fair.
Covered Mall Buildings
For the placement of retail fixtures
and displays, concession equipment, displays of highly combustible goods
and similar items in the mall.
Display of liquid or gas-fueled equipment in the mall.
Use of open-flame or flame-producing equipment in the mall.
Exhibits and Trade Shows
Operate exhibits and trade
shows.
Explosives
To manufacture, store, handle, sale or use
of any quantity of explosive, explosive material, fireworks, or pyrotechnic
special effects within the scope of Chapter 33 of the NC Fire Code.
Flammable and Combustible Liquids
To operate tank vehicles,
equipment, tanks, plants, terminals, wells, fuel-dispensing stations, refineries,
distilleries, and similar facilities where flammable and combustible liquids
are produced, processed, transported, stored, dispensed, or used.
To install, alter, remove, abandon, place temporarily out of service
(for more than 90 days) or otherwise dispose of an underground, protected
above-ground or above-ground flammable or combustible liquid tank.
To change the type of contents stored in a flammable or combustible
liquid tank to a material which poses a greater hazard than that
for which the tank was designed and constructed.
To manufacture, process, blend or refine flammable or combustible
liquids.
To engage in the dispensing of liquid fuels into the fuel tanks
of motor vehicles at commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing
establishments.
To utilize a site for the dispensing of liquid fuels from tank
vehicles into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles at commercial, industrial,
governmental, or manufacturing establishment.
Fumigation and Thermal Insecticidal Fogging
To
operate a business of fumigation or thermal insecticidal fogging
and to maintain a room, vault or chamber in which a toxic or flammable
fumigant is used.
Liquid or Gas-Fueled Vehicles or Equipment In Assembly
Buildings
Display, operate or demonstrate liquid or gas-fueled
vehicles or equipment in assembly buildings.
Private Fire Hydrants
Removal from service or
use of operation of private fire hydrants.
Exceptions:
Not required for private industry
with trained maintenance personnel, private fire brigade or fire
department to maintain, test, and use private hydrants.
Pyrotechnic Special Effects Material
Use and handling
of pyrotechnic special effects material.
Spraying and Dipping Operations
Conduct a spraying
or dipping operation utilizing flammable or combustible liquids or
the application of combustible powders regulated by Chapter 15 of
the NC Fire Code.
Temporary Membrane Structures, Tents, and Canopies
To
erect air-supported temporary membrane structures or a tent having
an area in excess 200 square feet, or a canopy in excess of 400 square
feet.
Exceptions:
Tents used exclusively for recreational
camping purposes.
Funeral tents and curtains or extensions attached thereto, when
used for funeral services.
Fabric canopies and awnings open on all sides which comply with
all of the following:
Individual canopies shall have a maximum size of 700 square feet.
The aggregate area of multiple canopies placed side by side without
a fire break clearance of 12 feet shall not exceed 700 square feet
total.
A minimum clearance of 12 feet to structures and other tents shall
be maintained.
Construction Permits
Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems
Installation
or modification to an automatic fire extinguishing system. Maintenance
performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification
and does not require a permit.
Compressed Gases
Where compressed gases in use
or storage exceed the amounts listed in Table 105.6.9 of the NC Fire
Code, a permit is required to install, repair damage to, abandon,
remove, place temporary out of service, or close or substantially
modify a compressed system.
Exceptions:
Routine maintenance.
Emergency repair work performed on an emergency basis; application
for a permit shall be made within two working days of the commencement
of work.
The applicant shall apply for approval to close storage, use or
handling facilities at least 30 days prior to the termination of
the storage, use or handling of compressed or liquefied gases. Application
shall include any change or alteration of the facility closure plan
which was filed pursuant to Section 2701.5.3 of the NC Fire Code.
The 30-day period is not applicable when approved based on special
circumstances requiring such waiver.
Fire Alarm and Detection Systems
Installation
of or modification to a fire alarm system, detection system, and/or
related equipment. Maintenance performed in accordance with the fire
code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit.
Fire Pumps and Related Equipment
Installation
of or modification to the fire pump and related fuel tanks, jockey
pumps, controllers and generators. Maintenance performed in accordance
with the fire code is not considered a modification and does not
require a permit.
Flammable and Combustible Liquids
Installation,
construction, or altering of a tank vehicle, equipment, tanks, plants,
terminals, wells, fuel-dispensing stations, refineries, distilleries
and similar facilities where flammable and combustible liquids are
produced, processed, transported, stored, dispensed, or used.
Installation, alteration, remove, abandon, place temporarily out
of service or otherwise dispose of a flammable or combustible liquid
tank.
Hazardous Materials
Installation, repair damage
to, abandon, remove, place temporary out of service, or close or
substantially modify a storage facility or other area regulated by
Chapter 27 of the NC Fire Code when the hazardous materials in use
or storage exceed the amounts listed in Table 105.6.21 of the NC
Fire Code.
Industrial Ovens
Installation of industrial ovens
is covered Chapter 21 of the NC State Fire Code.
Exceptions:
Routine maintenance.
Repair work performed on an emergency basis; application for permit
shall be made within two working days of commencement of work.
Private Fire Hydrants
Installation or modification
of private fire hydrants.
Spraying and Dipping
Installation or modification
of a spray room, dip tank, or booth.
Standpipe Systems
Installation, modification,
or removal from service of a standpipe system. Maintenance performed
in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and
does not require a permit.
Temporary Membrane Structures, Tents, and Canopies
A
permit is required to erect air-supported temporary membrane structures
or a tent having an area in excess 200 square feet, or a canopy in
excess of 400 square feet.
Exceptions:
Tents used exclusively for recreational
camping purposes.
Funeral tents and curtains or extensions attached thereto, when
used for funeral services.
Fabric canopies and awnings open on all sides which comply with
all of the following:
Individual canopies shall have a maximum size of 700 square feet.
The aggregate area of multiple canopies placed side by side without
a fire break clearance of 12 feet shall not exceed 700 square
feet total.
A minimum clearance of 12 feet to structures and other tents shall
be maintained.
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