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Existing Buildings

Submitting  Remodels, Additions, Tenant Improvements and Change of Use on Existing Buildings

  • Plans shall be submitted to the Fire District at the same time plans are submitted to the building department for simultaneous review.
  • Construction reviews are typically completed within 14 days of a complete submittal. A complete set includes drawings, specifications, application, and fee. See application form to the right for additional information.
  • Special system reviews such as automatic fire sprinkler system, fire alarm system, hood suppression system, emergency responder radio systems, etc. are typically completed within 21 days of a complete submittal. A complete submittal includes drawings, specifications, application, and fee. See application form to the right for additional information.
  • Plans shall be submitted through the application.

Inspections

Durango Fire & Rescue performs fire code compliance inspections in our existing buildings and businesses on a routine, risk-based schedule. However, from time to time, business owners need us to complete an inspection outside of our normally scheduled timeframe for various reasons such as a requirement of another agency. 


Helpful Construction Resources

FIRE WATCH PROCEDURES

KNOX BOX REQUIREMENTS

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION RESOURCE LIST