Requirements for Developer
Richmond Fire-Rescue reviews proposed development plans to ensure these developments meet necessary Building Code requirements.
Developers applying for Rezoning, Development, and Building Permits or Service Agreements must ensure BC Building Code requirements for fire and life safety are met at the time of submission of development plans to the City of Richmond.
For more information, please contact us at fire@richmond.ca.
Requirements for Site Plans
Richmond Fire-Rescue requires the submission of a simplified Site Plan identifying the firefighting provisions of the BC Building Code, i.e. city roads, fire department access routes, hydrant locations, main building entry, fire department connection(s), tower crane height/swing radius, electrical shutoffs.
For more information, please contact us at fire@richmond.ca.
Construction Fire Safety Plans
We review Construction Fire Safety Plans (CFSP) to ensure construction sites are safe for the workers and provide required fire department access.
Prior to the issuance of a building permit, Richmond Fire-Rescue requires submission of a Construction Fire Safety Plan for review and approval.
Fire Safety Plans
We review Fire Safety Plans (FSP) to ensure that they meet Fire and Building Code requirements.
Prior to the issuance of provisional and or building occupancy, Richmond Fire-Rescue requires submission of Fire Safety Plans for review and registration.
Rapid Entry System
Developers and owners of new and existing buildings are encouraged to participate in Richmond Fire-Rescue’s Rapid Entry System Program.
In an emergency, lock boxes provide a rapid entry system that is critical to the response of the fire department.
Richmond Fire-Rescue Rapid Entry System Program requires the installation of SUPRA TRAC Lock Boxes.
Get in touch
For information on how to initiate the development or building permit application processes, please review the resources and contact details provided by Planning, Building and Development.