Fire Codes, Permits & Inspections

Alarm Systems Bylaw #3716 helps to reduce the number of times emergency services are dispatched to false alarms.

Many systems are prone to false alarms, which prompt the immediate dispatch of police and/or fire resources.

The bylaw includes information about registering alarm systems and outlines penalties for repeated false alarms.

Alarm systems must be registered prior to being activated.

• Alarm system registration form 
• Alarm system appeal form (DOC)
• Alarm system rebate form (DOC)
• Alarm Systems Bylaw #3716

The Alberta Fire Code and Alberta Building Code are available for viewing at:

Fire Station #2

1303 Trans Canada Way SE

Medicine Hat Public Library

414 1 Street SE

Before the start of construction, alteration or demolition, a fire safety plan must be prepared for the site and be approved by Medicine Hat Fire & Emergency Services.

• Large buildings, including multi-residential
• Small buildings & minor renovations including single family dwellings

Operators should be familiar with the dangerous goods routes and bylaw information. If you wish to deviate from the dangerous goods bylaw, a permit is required. 

Dangerous goods permit application form

The following resources are provided to help ensure your building and business is compliant with the National Fire Code Alberta Edition:

• Alberta Fire Code pre-inspection checklist (PDF)
• Fire safety plan template (DOC)
• Fire protection deficiency reporting (PDF)
• Fire protection monthly inspection and test report (PDF)
• Straw or hay bales for public display (PDF)

As an owner of a building, you are responsible for the safety of your occupants. When a fire protection system is impaired, a fire watch may be required in order to ensure safety of building occupants. 

• View the list of duties
• Download a log sheet

Only licensed professionals are permited to discharge fireworks or pyrotechnics. Use the following form to apply (please allow for 14 days to process application):

Fireworks and pyrotechnics permit application form

If you are looking for some historical information on a property related to storage tanks, property and/or fire inspections, environmental incidents, please fill out the following form:

Property search request application form

• Fire safety in rental units

A special event is any occasion, indoors or outdoors, that differs from the regular use of a space. Examples may include concerts, rodeos, street festivals, fundraisers, and public celebrations. Fire service reviews these events to make sure everyone stays safe.

Special Event Guidelines - what you need to know

Special events permit application form