Fire Codes, Permits and Inspections

Fire Codes are in place to protect citizens in their homes, offices and in public places. Fire codes apply to you, whether you’re planning a special event, hanging office decorations, or demolishing a building. Our Fire Inspections and Investigations team can assist you with fire safety planning and ensuring you comply with the National Fire Code (Alberta Edition)​.

If you have questions, you can contact the Fire Inspections and Investigations team by calling 311.

Fire Permits

• Fire Works/Special Effects
• Open Flames
• Flammable & Combustible Liquid Tanks

Fire Safety Plans

Information to help you develop your building or sites fire safety plan.

• Building Fire Safety Plans
• Construction/Demolition Fire Safety Plans
• Special Event Fire Safety Plans

Special Event Fire Codes

There are fire code regulations and permits that you will need to follow to run your event.

• Indoor Special Events
• Outdoor Special Events
• Straw or hay bales for public events or display
• Organizer and Vendor Responsibilities
• Fire Safety Codes Officers

Building and Business Fire Codes

• Businesses​​
• Fire Safety Systems
• Lock Boxes
• Flammable Office Decorations
• Fire Doors
• False Alarms
• Pre-inspection Checklist
• Fire Department Access Standard
• Building Owners Responsibilities for Fire Safety

Fire Enforcement and Compliance (FECT)

• Incident Report Requests
• Required Qualifications to Install and Maintain Life Safety Equipment
• Enforcement Actions Taken by the Calgary Fire Department​​