Permits and Applications

General Applications

The Montrose Fire Protection District requires permits for various construction projects as well as hazardous operations and/or conditions. An application and all related documents must be submitted for review and permitting. Fees will be assessed at the end of the review process and payable when invoiced. Submittal requirements have changed, so please read the descriptions and applications carefully. No work shall begin without the issuance of a permit or you will be subject to additional fees. In addition, fees are charged for copies of reports and photos as well as for requested emergency apparatus standby.

2022 MFPD Fee Schedule

Building Plan Reviews

All new construction, remodel, and tenant finish building plans require an evaluation by the Fire Prevention Bureau to check for compliance with applicable fire codes. The 2018 International Fire Code is the current adopted code. Upon completion of the review, a letter will be submitted to the City or County Building Code Official with comments and/or exceptions.

Building Plan Application

Project Name (required)

Project Address (required)

Phone Number (required)

General Contractor Name (required)

General Contractor Address (required)

General Contractor Phone (required)

General Contractor Email (required)

Project Type (required)

Square Footage of building, Square Footage of Project, number of floors (Including basement) (required)

Sprinklers Required (required)

Fire Alarm Required (required)

IBC Constructions Type (required)

Scope of Project (required)

Proposed Use of Building (required)

Flammable/Combustible Liquids (required)

Vehicle Storage/Repair/Maintenance (required)

Storage Racks over 6 feet tall (required)

Storage Height over 12 feet high (required)

Hazardous Materials (required)

If you answered "Yes" to any of the previous 5 questions, please give details here (required)

Email plans and all required submittals to prevention@montrosefire.org (required)

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Fire Alarm Systems

All new installations or modifications to an existing fire alarm system in a commercial building require a permit. Installations and modifications are subject to the 2016 edition of NFPA 72. Submit your plans with the required application and supporting documentation for review and permitting prior to installation.

Fire Alarm Application

Contractor Name (required)

Contractor Address (required)

Applicants Email Address (required)

Contractor Phone Number (required)

Project Name (required)

Project Address (required)

Scope of Work (required)

Designer Name, Certification and Certification Number Must be NICET level III or PE (required)

Project Information Sq footage, occupant load, Number of stories above and/or below grade (required)

IBC Occupancy Type (required)

Fire Sprinklers? (required)

Type of work (required)

Alarm System Components Check all that apply (required)

I acknowledge that a NICET level II or above will do all programming and will be on-site for final inspection. (required)

Email plan and all required submittals to prevention@montrosefire.org (required)

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Sprinkler System And Standpipes

All new installations or modifications to an existing fire suppression system in commercial, residential, or dwelling units require a permit. Installation and modifications are subject to the 2019 edition of NFPA 13, and the 2016 edition of 13R and 13D. Submit your plans with the required application and supporting documentation for review and permitting prior to installation. In order to install or work on fire protection sprinkler systems in the Montrose Fire Protection District, the contractors/installers must hold all registrations/certifications as required by the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control. Copies of these shall be submitted with the application packet.

Flow data shall be less than one-year old. If new flow data is needed, you will need to reach out to the water purveyor and request a hydrant flow. Montrose Fire Protection District requires a minimum of 10% reduction from the Static and Residual prior to design, with an exception in areas where the Static pressure is 120 psi or more, then a 20% reduction will be required. Both the flow data and reduction shall be shown on the hydraulic calculations.

Fire Suppression Permit Application

Contractor Name (required)

Contractor Address (required)

Contractor Phone Number (required)

Applicants Email address (required)

Current DFPC State Certification (required)

Project Scope (required)

Designer Name & Certification Number (NICET level III or PE, please include number) (required)

Project Name (required)

Project Address (required)

Square footage of building/project (include # of stories above & below grade) (required)

IBC Building Construction Type (required)

IBC Occupancy Type (required)

Type of Work (required)

Type of System (required)

Standpipe (required)

Fire Pump (required)

High Piled Storage (required)

Flammable or Combustible Liquids (required)

Owners Certificate-must accompany submittals (required)

Email plans and all required submittals to prevention@montrosefire.org (required)

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Fire Suppression System Plan Submittal Requirements

Under Ground Fire Line

A permit is required for the installation of underground fire lines. You must be a current registered contractor with the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control to install or work on underground fire lines within the Montrose Fire Protection District. A copy of your certification shall be submitted with the application packet. Installation shall be to the 2019 edition of NFPA 24.

The following check list will be used during inspection.

Proper thrust blocks in place at every change of direction.
Mechanical joint at the riser have proper all thread rods installed.
Ductile iron pipe must be bagged with minimum 6-mil plastic.
200 lbs 2-hour hydrostatic test.
Flush completed at the flow rates shown below.

Underground piping from the water supply to the system riser and lead-in connection to system riser shall be completely flushed before any connection is made to fire protection system piping (NFPA 24:10.10.2). Flushing shall continue for sufficient time to ensure thorough cleaning, usually until the water runs clear, this is usually accomplished in a 5-minute flush. Rock sock shall be used to collect any debris that is flushed out. Be advised the City of Montrose chlorination flush does NOT replace the Fire Department’s required flush. Minimum flow rate shall be not less than one of the following:

Hydraulically calculated demand rate of the system, including any hose requirements.
Maximum flow rate available to the system under fire conditions.
Flow necessary to achieve a velocity of 10 ft/sec in accordance with NFPA 13 Table 10.10.2.1.3.

Underground Pipe Size (in)	Required Flow Rate (gpm)	Hose/Pipe Sizes
		2.5"	3"	4"	5"	6"	8"
4	390	1	1	1	*	*	*
6	880	2	2	1	1	1	*
8	1560	4	3	2	1	1	1
10	2440	6	4	3	2	1	1
12	3520	8	6	4	2	2	1

Minimum Flow Rates (Preferred method)

Underground Fire Line Application

General Installation and Operational Permits

Alternative Suppression Systems and other type installations not previously listed require permits to be installed in the Montrose Fire Protection District. This includes but is not limited to Commercial Kitchen Hood Suppression Systems, Paint Booths, Clean Agent Systems, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Equipment including Propane Exchange Cages, Above-ground Storage Tanks (AST), and Underground Storage Tanks (UST).

Commercial Kitchen Hood Systems: All commercial cooking appliances and domestic cooking appliances used for commercial purposes that produce grease vapor are required to have a kitchen hood & duct suppression system. A permit is required before installation.

Paint Booths: Paint booths, spray rooms, etc. are required to be protected with a fire suppression system. These systems need to be installed according to 2018 IFC Chapter 9 and 24.

Clean Agent Systems: Clean agent systems are required where traditional, water based, suppression systems can’t be used. A permit is required to install these systems. These systems are to be install according to the 2018 IFC and NFPA 2001.

LPG and Propane Exchange Cages: Commercial LPG Systems and Propane Exchange cages shall be installed according to 2018 IFC Chapter 53 and 61, International Fuel Gas Code, and NFPA 58.

AST and UST: A permit is required to install Above-ground and Underground Storage Tanks. These tanks shall be installed according to 2018 IFC Chapter 57. You may have to apply for a permit with the State of Colorado Division of Oil and Public Safety.

Alternative Suppresion Systems and Other Installations Permit Application

General Installation and Operational Permit Application

Project or Event Name (required)

Project or Event Address (required)

Contact Name (required)

Contact Phone Number (required)

Contact Email (required)

Contractor Name (required)

Contractor Address (required)

Plan Designer Name and Certification. NICET level III or above or PE, include number (required)

Alternative Fire Protection Permits

Other Installation or Operational Permits

AST and UST Installation

Email plans and all required submittals to prevention@montrosefire.org (required)

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Fireworks

Fireworks Sales/Display Application

A permit must be obtained for the Sale or Public Display of fireworks within the Montrose Fire Protection District. (See submittal requirements on application)

Sponsor or Company Name (required)

Applicant Name (required)

Applicant Address and Phone Number (required)

Primary Agent (required)

Primary Agent Address and Phone Number (required)

Property Owner (required)

Property Owner Address and Phone Number (required)

Project Type (required)

Location of Sales or Display (required)

Sales. Please detail location fo sales site to include address (For Display application put N/A) (required)

Display. Please detail location of launch site to include address (for Sales application put N/A) (required)

Storage Location of Fireworks (if different from above) (required)

Checklist for Submittal Packet. These all must be checked for application to be approved. (required)

I acknowledge samples of items offered for sale may be requested in addition to the above (required)

Email plans and all required submittals to prevention@montrosefire.org (required)

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Miscellaneous Applications

Flammable or Combustible Liquid Tank Removal

A permit must be obtained prior to the installation or removal of flammable or combustible liquid storage tanks. Removal shall be in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws as well as 2018 IFC Chapter 57.

Flammable/Combustibel Liquid Tank Removal Application

Contractor Name (required)

Contractor Address and Phone Number (required)

Applicants Email (required)

Project Address (required)

Owner of Tanks to be removed (required)

Owners Address and Phone Number (required)

Tank Type (required)

Number of Tanks for Removal (required)

Size of Tanks to be removed (required)

What was stored in tanks (required)

Required as part of submittal. All must be checked to be considered complete (required)

I acknowledge that issuance of a tank removal permit does not replace any license or permit required by any other agency or dept. (required)

Email plans and all required submittals to prevention@montrosefire.org (required)

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Explosive – Blasting Agents Use

A permit is required for use of explosive and blasting agents within the Montrose Fire Protection District. Chapter 56 of the International Fire Code governs the use of explosives and will be used when issuing permits and inspecting blast sites. (See submittal requirements on application)

Contractor Name (required)

Applicant Name (required)

Mailing Address (required)

City (required)

State (required)

Zip Code (required)

Phone (required)

Emergency # (required)

Property Address (required)

City (required)

State (required)

Zip Code (required)

Dates of Work (required)

Scope of Work (required)

Property Owner (required)

Mailing Address (required)

City (required)

State (required)

Zip Code (required)

In addition to the above information, the following is a required part of the submittal:: (required)

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