Ordinances & Codes
Sprinkler System Installation Policy
Click here for a detailed PDF file regarding
the policies for installing sprinkler
systems in your business or residence.
Unattended Fuel Pumping Requirements
 The
following requirements set forth by the
Minnesota State Fire Code shall be adhered
to for any gas station that has hours of
unattended pump operation within the Cities
of New Hope and Crystal. Licensing
requirements under city ordinance requires
such establishments to be inspected by city
inspectors to ensure compliance with all
state and local codes before a license can
be issued. In recent visits to stations, it
has been noticed that some stations are
selling fuel after hours without meeting the
minimum requirements set forth by the
Minnesota State Fire Code. These
establishments are in violation of not only
their licensing requirements, but also
Minnesota State Law. The following
requirements from Chapter 22 section
2204.3.1 through 2204.3.7 of the MSFC shall
be met before any after hour fueling takes
place:
click here to see a PDF file with the rest
of these policies and procedures.
Apartment Safety
 Fire Safety in an
apartment presents some different
circumstances than a single family home. If
a fire occurs in one apartment, all other
residents in the building can be affected.
People need to be even more careful about
fire prevention.
Although most cities
have specific fire and safety regulations
for apartments, it is often up the the
residents to take precautions to make there
own apartment safe.
The Fire Prevention
Staff is always willing assist with any
issues related to fire safety. We are also
willing to do fire safety presentations to
educate the residents on fire safety. For
further information contact Shelby Wolf,
Fire Inspector at 763.230.7006, or Aaron
Surratt at 763.230.7005.
For a full listing of
items a fire inspector looks for
during an apartment inspection, click here
for a PDF file. Also,
click here for a PDF file of fire prevention
safety tips for apartments.
Fire Alarm Installation Policy
 In
the event of a fire, a smoke alarm can save
your life and those of your loved ones. They
are the single most important means of
preventing house and apartment fire
fatalities by providing an early warning
signal -- so you and your family can escape.
Smoke alarms are one of the best safety
features you can buy and install to protect
yourself, your family and your home.
Install smoke alarms on
every level of your home, including the
basement. Many fatal fires begin late at
night or in the early morning. For extra
safety, install smoke alarms both inside and
outside the sleeping area.
Also, smoke alarms
should be installed on the ceiling or 6 to 8
inches below the ceiling on side walls.
Since smoke and many deadly gases rise,
installing your smoke alarms at the proper
level will provide you with the earliest
warning possible. Always follow the
manufacturer's installation instructions.
Click here to read a PDF file with your
local fire alarm installation policies.
Using Barbeque Grills on Apartment Balconies & Patios
 West
Metro Fire-Rescue District is taking grills
on balconies and patios very seriously. It
has been noticed during routine inspections
of apartment buildings the Fire Prevention
Staff have found that there have been
several grills on balconies or patios. Here
are the regulations for both New Hope and
Crystal in regards to the use of open-flame
on any vertical apartment balconies or
patios.
Click here for a PDF file on your local
regulation and rules for grilling on
apartment balconies and patios.
Requirements in using Holiday
Decorations and Lights
 Each
year fires occurring during the holiday
season injure 2,600 individuals and cause
over $930 million in damage. According to
the United States Fire Administration (USFA),
there are simple life-saving steps you can
take to ensure a safe and happy holiday. By
following some of the outlined precautionary
tips, individuals can greatly reduce their
chances of becoming a holiday fire casualty.
Click here for a PDF file on holiday
decorations and light regulations.
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