Fire Prevention Inspectors Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Fire Prevention Inspectors are to enforce applicable sections of the Uniform Fire Code, the Uniform Building Code, California Administrative Code, Title 19, Title 24, and other codes, ordinances, and standards in the City of Fresno to protect the citizenry from harm by fire or other life (or property) threatening hazards.

This is accomplished through consulting and reviewing plans for new construction, and by physically inspecting buildings under construction or already existing. During inspection and special sessions, inspectors also educate the public regarding all aspects of fire and life safety practices, most buildings are inspected annually.

The Fresno Fire Department inspection check list will assist business owners in complying with fire and life safety regulations located on the website.

Fire Prevention Inspectors may be reached from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, by calling (559) 621-4181.

Weed and vegetation control is handled by the City of Fresno Code Enforcement Department at (559) 621-8400.