Fire Prevention
The Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Division is dedicated to reducing risk, protecting lives, and safeguarding property through proactive fire and life-safety measures. Our work focuses on education, inspections, code enforcement, and collaboration with the community to create a safer environment for everyone who lives, works, and visits our cities.
By combining prevention, preparedness, and compliance with state and local codes, we help minimize fire hazards before they become emergencies.
What We Do
The Fire Prevention Division oversees a wide range of programs and services, including:
- Conducting fire safety inspections for businesses, schools, and public facilities
- Reviewing and approving construction projects for fire code compliance
- Enforcing vegetation management standards to reduce wildfire risk
- Managing hazardous materials programs (CUPA) in partnership with local agencies
- Issuing special event permits to ensure gatherings are safe for participants and the community
Explore Our Services
Use the links below to learn more about our fire prevention programs and services:
Fire Safety Inspections
Learn about required inspections, who they apply to, and what our inspectors look for.
Inspection Requests
Submit a request for a fire safety inspection at your property or business.
Hazardous Materials Management (CUPA)
Understand how hazardous materials are regulated and reported to keep our community safe.
Vegetation Management & Wildfire Resiliency
Find out how LPFD reduces wildfire risks through code enforcement, defensible space, and hazard abatement.
Businesses
Review fire code requirements for businesses.
Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map
Check if your property is in a designated hazard zone and learn what that means for fire prevention.
Standards
Access LPFD’s adopted fire prevention standards, policies, and guidelines.
Special Event Permits
Apply for permits and review requirements for festivals, parades, fireworks, and other events.
Why Fire Prevention Matters
Proactive fire prevention saves lives, reduces property damage, and lowers community risk. By following fire codes, maintaining defensible space, and working with LPFD inspectors, you help build a stronger, safer Livermore and Pleasanton.