Fire Prevention
Fire Prevention conducts regular inspections of commercial, industrial and multi-family residential structures for continued compliance with Minnesota fire and building codes. The division also investigates all fires in Bloomington to determine cause and origin, and works with the Police Department to investigate arson.
Fire Prevention Handouts and Permit Applications
Completed and signed permit applications can be e-mailed to inspections@BloomingtonMN.gov.
Fire Safety Measures
- Electrical Safety – Residential
Prevent fires, use electrical devices safely and correct problems. - Emergency Escape Plan – Residential
Steps to a safe escape. - Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Residential standards reference and where to install. - Fire Sprinklers – Residential
- MN State Fire Code and Information Sheets
Indoor Heating Information Sheet
- Wood stoves, Fireplaces and Space Heaters
Installing, using and maintaining supplemental room heaters.
Outdoor Heating and Cooking Information Sheets
- Barbecue Grills
Safe storage and use of outdoor grills. - Recreational, Ceremonial and Camp fires
Permit Applications - Fire Alarm, Fire Suppression, Tank/Pipe Installation or Removal
Permit Applications - Fire Prevention - Daycare or Foster Care, Open Burning
Permit Applications - Special Events, Temporary Fire Marshal, Tent Canopy
Fee Schedule
Payment of permit fees is not due at the time of application for most permit applications. City staff will call or e-mail the applicant with the permit fees due.The City of Bloomington accepts credit card payment by Visa, Master Card or Discover card or checks payable to the City of Bloomington.
Fire Alarm and Fire Suppression Plan Check / Permit Fee Schedule