If you own a property or are worried about fire safety at someone else’s property, you can ask for a fire safety inspection. The Fire Department will check for fire hazards and ensure the rules are being followed.
A Fire Safety Inspection can be requested by a property owner or concerned citizen if there are reasonable grounds for it.
- Requested by the property owner: If a person wants a fire safety inspection conducted at a property they own, they can request this in writing to the Fire Prevention Office. The letter must state the owner's name, property address, and reason for inspection. There is a fee for this service and the cost can be found on the Schedule of Fees.
- Requested by a concerned citizen: If a member of the public has reason to believe that a property within the City of Niagara Falls does not comply with the Ontario Fire Code or there are fire hazards at a property, they may file a complaint with the Fire Prevention Office
A fire department inspector has the authority to inspect land or premises to assess fire safety. If the inspector sees a violation, they can issue an order to the owner or occupant to do what is necessary to ensure fire safety at the location.