A Fire Code permit is a City of Albany authorization that allows specific operations or the storage of hazardous materials, ensures compliance with fire safety regulations, and provides vital information for responding firefighters.
Types of Fire Code Permits
What requires a Fire Code permit in Albany?
Fire Code permits issued in the City of Albany are for one-time occurrences of:
Fireworks Storage, Sales, and Displays/Shoots
Fireworks Storage, Sales, and Displays/Shoots
per the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM)
How to apply:
Pay City of Albany Fire Code permit fee
(Please allow five (5) business days for processing)
After applying:
- Schedule and receive compliance inspection(s).
- Comply with all City of Albany Fire Code requirements.

Temporary Membrane Structures/Tents
Temporary Membrane Structures/Tents
per Oregon Fire Code (OFC) 105.6.47 and OFC Chapter 31
How to apply:
Pay City of Albany Fire Code permit fee
(Please allow five (5) business days for processing)
After applying:
- Schedule and receive compliance inspection(s).
- Comply with all City of Albany Fire Code requirements.

Fixed Hazardous Materials Storage Tank (Commercial & Residential)
Fixed Hazardous Materials Storage Tank (Commercial & Residential)
Decommissioning/removal:
Pay City of Albany Fire Code permit fee
Heating oil tank:
- Provide a site map
Underground Storage Tank (UST):
- Provide a copy of the DEQ 30-day Notice Letter
- Complete the DEQ UST Decommissioning Checklist and Site Assessment Report
Above-ground Storage Tank (AST):
- Complete the AST Closure/Removal Checklist

New installation/relocation:
Pay City of Albany Fire Code permit fee
Up to 1,000 gallons:
- Submit a site plan showing location of:
- Buildings/structures
- Shut-off switches
- Tanks (include capacity)
- Diking
- Fire access roads
- Fire hydrants
- Distances to buildings & property line
- Submit a design plan showing location of:
- Piping, valves, fittings
- Signage
- Design & Construction
- Dispensers
- Provide copies of equipment data sheets
Over 1,000 gallons:
- Provide copy of OSFM-required Application and OSFM-required submittal documents
Rates
Current rates
Effective July 1, 2026
By City Council resolution, these fees shall be automatically adjusted each July 1, beginning July 1, 2026, based on the percentage change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U Pacific Cities Index) second-half report, published in the preceding February of each year. Adjustments shall match the Index up to the inflation rate.
False/Nuisance Alarms (within a 12-month period)
| 1st incident | 2nd incident | 3rd incident | 4th incident | 5th or more incident |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.00 | $256.25 | $512.50 | $768.75 | $1,025.00 (+$256.25 each addl over 5) |
Fire Code Reinspections
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th or more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $153.75 | $205.00 | $256.25 | $307.50 | $358.75 (+$50 each addl over 5) |
Fire Code Repeat Violations
| 1st inspection | 1st reinspection | 2nd reinspection | 3rd reinspection | 4th or more reinspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $153.75 | $205.00 | $256.25 | $307.50 | $358.75 (+$50 each addl over 4) |
Fireworks
| Retail Fireworks Stand Permit (OFC 105.6C) | $135.56 |
| Fireworks Display Permit (OFC 105.6B) | $579.79 |
Hazardous Materials Storage Tanks
| Decommission or Removal Permit (OFC 150.7.9): 0-99 gallons | $0.00 |
| Decommission or Removal Permit (OFC 150.7.9): 100-9,999 gallons | $193.26 |
| Decommission or Removal Permit (OFC 150.7.9): 10,000+ gallons | $386.53 |
| New Installation Permit (OFC 150.7.9): 0-99 gallons | $0.00 |
| New Installation Permit (OFC 150.7.9): 0-99 gallons | $322.11 |
| New Installation Permit (OFC 150.7.9): 0-99 gallons | $644.21 |
| New Installation Permit (OFC 150.7.9): 0-99 gallons | $966.32 |
| New Installation Permit (OFC 150.7.9): 100,000+ gallons | $1,288.43 |
Operational Permits
| Special Events (OFC 105.6.37) | $135.56 |
| Temporary Membrane Structures/Tents (OFC 105.7.22) | $135.56 |
| Daycare/Adult Care Licensing Inspection (OFC 105.6E) | $135.56 |
| Motor Vehicle Dismantling Licensing Inspection (OFC 107.2.3.1) | $135.56 |
Plan Review Fees
| Fire-Related Systems Fee | $135.56 |
| Land Use Action Application Review Fee | $135.56 |
Private Fire Protection Service
| 2-inch or smaller fire line | $15.11 |
| 3-inch fire line | $18.82 |
| 4-inch fire line | $20.53 |
| 6-inch fire line | $32.87 |
| 8-inch fire line | $53.09 |
| 10-inch fire line | $84.55 |
