Fire sprinkler plans shall be filed with and approved by the Department (as a Fire Sprinkler Plan Check) before any permit is issued for work listed below:

• Class H Standpipes
• Standpipes: Wet, Dry, or Combination (Class I, II, III)
• Fire pump systems
• Fire hydrant systems
• Hand hose systems connected to fire sprinkler piping
• Monitor nozzle systems
• Fire sprinkler systems

Exceptions: Plan check is not required for the following:

• Raising or lowering of sprinklers due to change in ceiling height
• Replacing of sprinklers of the same type orifice size and temperature rating
• Relocation of sprinklers in previously occupied buildings or tenant spaces

For more information on the Plan Check process, visit our Express Permit, Regular Plan Check and Counter Plan Check pages.