Requirements for an Occupancy Permit
In order for the Fire Department to recommend that Building Services issue an occupancy permit, the following items must be completed prior to scheduling a final Fire Alarm/Fire Protection System inspection:
- Exit and exit directional lights are installed over each door and functioning properly.
- Emergency lights must be installed and functioning properly.
- Fire extinguishers must be mounted and properly serviced and tagged with the current year.
- The address, including suite number (if applicable) must be displayed on the front/rear door (minimum of 6 inches).
- If applicable, plans for the Fire Alarm System(s) shall have been submitted and approved in accordance with Village of Matteson requirements
- If applicable, plans for Fire Suppression System(s) shall have been submitted and approved in accordance with the Village of Matteson requirements.
- Fire Protection Systems shall be monitored and tested in accordance with Village of Matteson requirements.
- The hood/duct system must be serviced and tagged with the current year and a functional test will be required.
- A Knox Box must be installed and keys available to be locked inside by the Fire Inspector at the time of the final inspection.
- Fire lanes must be properly identified, and marked in accordance with Village of Matteson requirements.
- Alarm Systems must be registered in accordance with Village of Matteson requirements.