Inspection Requirements & Laws

State

Local

Londonderry Fire Department Regulations (PDF) (These Regulations were Updated on May 6, 2024):

  • Permits
  • System Maintenance
  • Fire Alarms
  • Hydrants
  • Fire Lanes
  • Blasting

Other Laws:

Inspection Information Notice

All permits are to be pulled prior to beginning any work. All reinspection fees are to be paid prior to the inspection.

Any inspections that do not have a permit pulled or reinspection fee paid prior to the morning of the scheduled appointment will be canceled. You are then responsible for rescheduling at the required 48-hour notice.

No Permit = No Inspection

Please review the Building Acceptance Form, these are items that shall be required prior to a certificate of occupancy being issued.

One & Two Family Residential Building Inspections

In one and two-family buildings, the Fire Prevention Division inspects all oil-fired systems. Inspections must be completed before a certificate of occupancy can be issued.

Fire Inspections for Multifamily, Commercial, and Industrial Structures

The most extensive inspections involve multifamily, commercial, and industrial buildings.

Sprinkler Systems

  1. Developers must submit the fire alarm and sprinkler system plan to the Fire Department for review and approval.
  2. During the building process, the Fire Prevention Division makes a preliminary inspection to check the piping for the sprinkler system.
  3. When the sprinkler system is completed, the Fire Prevention Division performs a final inspection of sprinkler systems, subject to all applicable codes. If developers or owners don't want to buy a copy of these codes, they can be reviewed at the Fire Prevention office at the Fire Station or the building department in the town hall, 268B Mammoth Road

Fire Alarm Systems

  1. Developers must submit the fire alarm system plan to the Fire Department for review and approval.
  2. During the building process, the Fire Prevention Division makes a preliminary inspection to check the location of devices and wiring.
  3. When the alarm system is completed, the Fire Prevention Division witnesses the final test, including triggering the alarms.

Mechanical Systems

Inspect oil-burning devices, such as heating systems and industrial ovens.

Structural

Examine code-required fire separations or firewalls, which reduce fire and smoke spread. The Fire Prevention Division works closely with the building inspector on this aspect of the inspection.

Structural inspections start early and are ongoing throughout the construction phase. The actual number of inspections needed depends on the use of the building. For example, a high-hazard building is going to be heavily inspected. Once the user and size of the building are determined, the Fire Prevention Division can give the developer a good estimate of the inspection process.

Site Plans

The Fire Department is also consulted early in the review process by the Planning Board. (The Fire Prevention Division reviews the material submitted to the Planning Board, the developer does not have to submit additional site plans for the Fire Department.) Key site plan issues are fire and emergency vehicle access and hydrant placements.

Tips for a Successful Inspection

It is easier to solve problems early in the planning process. The Fire Prevention Division is willing to meet as many times as possible to solve the problems. In short, meet with the Fire Prevention Division early and often. If the builder has federal or state guidelines to follow, as well as local codes, let the Fire Department know as soon as possible so any conflicts can be resolved.

Services and Fees

The Fire Prevention Division is available for consultation to look over materials related to the structure, but the Fire Department requires 48 hours' notice for any inspections or meetings.

Appointments can be made by calling 603-432-1124 option 3.