This checklist is for permits to replace or upgrade fire alarm communication equipment that sends signals to a central monitoring station. It applies to existing fire alarm systems in existing buildings where transmitter equipment - such as AES units or approved cellular dialers - is being replaced to maintain compliant signal transmission. These projects must comply with the International Fire Code, NFPA 70/72, and the Shoreline Fire Municipal Code. One fire permit is required for each separate system.

Please review Shoreline Municipal Code (SMC) 15.05.050 to learn more about the City’s amendments to the International Fire Code. If you have questions about the City’s fire code or submittal requirements, please email the Shoreline Fire Marshal’s Office at fmo@shorelinefire.com; their staff can walk you through the requirements.

How to Apply

Apply for this permit online at the City of Shoreline's eTRAKiT permitting portal. Once you are logged into your account, select Apply/New Permit from the left-hand sidebar and select the following permit type from the drop-down menu: Fire Alarm Online.

Required Documents

In addition to the checklist below, any item listed in NFPA 72 7.1 may be required before a permit is accepted for review as per the fire code official.

• Permit Application and Critical Area Worksheet
• Submittal Fee
  • Please reference the City's fee schedule for current application fees.
• Cut Sheets
  • Technical specifications and details for device being incorporated into the system including UL listing information regarding the compatibility of all devices being installed.
• Site Plan - the site plan for the installation of an AES/cellular communicator must show the following:
  • General building layout
  • Room where installation is taking place
  • Location of other fire alarm related equipment
• Summary of work being conducted including the codes and standards used for installation.
• Type and method of transmitter being installed (radio, cellular).
• Contractor Information
  • Provide proof of prime contractor’s qualifications (UUFX-tier UL listing or ETL/FM equivalent).
  • Name, phone number and/email address of the fire system designer
  • If there will be a change of the prime contractor as part of this fire alarm work, include a letter from the subscriber (the responsible party for the building) indicating:
    • The date when the previous prime contractor’s service is ending and when the new prime contractor is taking over.
    • The new prime contractor’s proof of qualification.
    • The new central station service contractual arrangement.
    • A new fire alarm permit will be required along with updated plans prior to fire alarm review and final inspection.
• Wiring diagram if applicable to scope of work
  • Diagram showing additional devices or moved devices.
  • Battery calculations if adding additional devices to existing system.

Additional Permits (Possibly Required)

These are additional permit that may be required to accompany your project application depending on your scope of work.

• Electrical Permit
  • Modifications to, or installation of electrical circuits and fixtures.
  • Permits are through Washington State Labor & Industries (L&I), not through the City of Shoreline.