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

Fire Alarm, Fire Suppression, Tank/Pipe Installation or Removal

Visit the City of Bloomington web portal's permits section for fire alarm, fire suppression and tank/pipe installation or removal permits. 

Fire Prevention - Daycare or Foster Care, Open Burning

• Daycare permit
• Open burning permit

Daycare or Foster Care permit fee = $50
Open Burning permit fee = $55

Special Events - Temporary Fire Marshal, Tent/Canop

• Motor Vehicle Exhibition Requirements Information Sheet
• Temporary Fire Marshal Permit Application
• Tent/Canopy Requirements Information Sheet
• Tent/Canopy Permit Application 

Temporary Fire Marshal permit fee = $55
Tent/Canopy permit fee = $55

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