The
Fire Code Unit is responsible for the inspection and enforcement of
the California Fire Code adopted by the City of
Oakland
for existing structures and businesses.
Fire
Code Inspectors inspect and approve the installation and maintenance
of fire suppression, fire detection, and life safety equipment per
California Code of Regulations Title 19, Health and Safety Code.
All
commercial occupancies and residential (hotel, motel, apartments, condominiums,
and high-rise) are inspected regularly.
The Fire
Code Unit also issues, inspects, and renews permits
based on business operation, product use and/or storage in the
facilities regulated by the fire code