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Fire Inspection Services

The Northfield Fire Prevention and Inspection Service is responsible for inspecting and certifying all properties within the Village of Northfield for compliance with local, state, and federal fire and safety ordinances, with the exception of single and two family dwellings.


On 02-19-08 the Village adopted the 2006 International Fire Code as well as guidelines outlined in the Village's own Zoning Ordinance. The Fire Inspector is in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and can be reached at (847) 446-9200 X 3557.


Additional Information

Duties
  • Annual Safety Survey of all properties (excluding one & two family dwellings).

  • Answer Complaints about safety or fire protection concerns.

  • Check Compliance of Enhanced 9-1-1 Requirements for businesses with space greater than 40,000 square feet.

  • New Construction / Demolition Plan Review and Inspections.

  • Witness Fire Alarm and Sprinkler acceptance tests.

  • Address requirements for installation and removal of flammable liquids including underground storage tanks.

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