Fire Prevention

The phone number for Lowell Fire Prevention is (978)459-5554

Fire Prevention staff consists of:

  • Deputy Chief Tim Casey
  •  Lt. Steve Mello
  • Head Clerk Sherrold Vail
  • Inspector Paul Reid
  • Inspector Robert Bugler
  • Inspector John Diaz
  • Inspector Brian Poitras

Fire Inspections

Many fires can be prevented through fire inspections and code enforcement. Fire inspections are performed by certified code enforcement officers on a predetermined schedule. Chapter 148 of the Massachusetts General Laws and 527 CMR serve as the required compliance code and regulations, along with other local building, fire, and life safety codes.

Responsibilities

 
 Responsibilities also includes the issuing of permits for:

  • Blasting
  • Fire alarm and sprinkler installation
  • Fireworks
  • Propane 
  • Permits for Above Ground and Underground Tank Installation and Removal
  • Tent Structures

Inspections are performed on all occupancy types throughout the city of Lowell.
 

Reminder


"The best way to reduce the damages of a fire is to prevent it."

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