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1. What Fire Code is adopted by the City of Brownsville?

International Fire Code 2012

2. What type of plans does the Brownsville Fire Marshal's Office review?

• Site development/Fire Department Access
• Fire alarm systems
• Alternative agent fire suppression systems
• Automatic fire sprinkler systems 
• Standpipe systems
• Fire pump/water supply
• Hazardous material storage and use 

3. What are the hours for plan intake and administrative services?

Monday-Friday

8 a.m.-12 p.m.

1 p.m.-5 p.m.

***Payments will not be accepted any later than 4:30 PM***

4. What is the standard time frame for plan review?

5-14 business days

If you would like the plans to be expedited, there will be an "Expedite" fee and the plans will be reviewed within 1-2 business days.

 

5. What are the fire inspection hours?

Monday-Friday

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Inspections needed for special events or for testing of a fire protection system, please call or visit our office to make arrangements no less than 24 hours prior to the date that is needed. Please keep in mind that the date and time you are requesting may not be available.

6. What would I need prior to scheduling my Fire Inspection?

• Inspection Guidelines
• Requisitos Para Inspecciones

*These items do not cover ALL possible requirements for specific occupancies. These are GUIDELINES ONLY. All local, state and federal codes, ordinances and rules must be followed. Please call our office to speak to a fire inspector or the Fire Marshal for any questions regarding specifics for your place of business. (956) 548-6075 Monday-Friday 8am-5pm central time

7. Where exactly is the Fire Marshal's Office located?

Our address is 

1036 E Levee (E 11th Street and E Levee)

We are right next to the City Municipal Court.