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Fire Prevention

Permits

The California Fire Code requires various operational and construction permits.

Applications for planning projects and most construction projects are submitted through the ACA Portal for the City of Livermore or the City of Pleasanton. Each permit center will review the submittal and assign review once all required permit application details, plans, business licenses, supporting documents (cut sheets, calculations, etc.) have been provided. 

Projects requiring a Construction permit are categorized as:

Required Construction Permits per California Fire Code 105.5
Automatic Fire-Extinguishing Systems Hazardous Materials
Automatic Fire Sprinkler System High-piled Combustible Storage
Compressed Gas Systems Industrial Ovens
Cryogenic Fluids LP-Gas
Emergency Responder Communication Coverage System Motor Vehicle Repair Rooms/Booths
Energy Storage Systems Plant Extraction Systems
Fire Alarm & Detection Systems and Equipment Private Fire Hydrants
Fire Pumps & Equipment Smoke Control & Smoke Exhaust Systems
Flammable & Combustible Liequids Solar Photovoltaic Power Systems
Fuel Cell Power Systems Special Event Structure
Gas Detection Systems Spraying and Dipping Room, Tank, Booth
Gates and Barricades across Fire Apparatus Access Roads Temporary membrane Structures & Tents
  1. Create ACA Portal Account.
  2. Review Online Submittal Steps.
  3. Complete Processing Worksheet:
  4. Login to ACA Portal.
  5. Follow prompts and upload required submittal documents.
  6. Permit center process application and collect fees.
  7. Allows 21 days for the plan review on small to mid-size projects.
  8. Additional time may be necessary given the complexity/size of the project.
  9. Once approved, permit will be issued.
  1. Create ACA Portal Account.
  2. Review Online Submittal Steps.
  3. Complete Processing Worksheet:
  4. Login to ACA Portal.
  5. Follow prompts and upload required submittal documents.
  6. Permit center process application and collect fees.
  7. Allows 21 days for the plan review on small to mid-size projects.
  8. Additional time may be necessary given the complexity/size of the project.
  9. Once approved, permit will be issued.

Activities requiring an operational permit are required to obtain a construction permit.  Systems operational activities reviewed under a construction permit do not need a separate process.  Operational Permits will be issued once the project is finalled.  Activities required to be go through a review process are as follows: 

Operational Permits

The following activities require an operational permit prior to use, storage, or occupancy, when applicable. 

OPERATIONAL PERMIT LIST
Additive Manufacturing Liquid-Gas Filled Vehicle in Assembly Buildings*
Aerosol Level 2 (L2) and Level 3 (L3) Products Liquid Propane Gas (LPG)
Amusement Buildings* Lithium-Ion Batteries
Aviation Service, Repair/Fuel Magnesium
Carnival and Fairs* Mall Buildings
Cellulose Nitrate Film Miscellaneous Combustibles
Combustible Dust-Producing Activities Mobile Fueling of Hydrogen Vehicles
Combustible Fibers Motor Vehicle Fuel Dispensing
Compressed Gases Exceeding CFC Table 105.5.9 Thresholds Open Burning*
Cryogenic Fluids Exceeding CFC Table 105.5.11 Open Flame and Torches used in Wildfire Risk Area or for Paint Removal*
Dry Cleaning Open Flames and Candles*
Energy Storage under CFC 1207 Organic Coatings
Explosives/Fireworks* Outdoor Assembly*
Hydrant/Valves for Fire Dept. Use Place of Assembly*
Flammable/Combustible Liquids Plant Extraction
Floor Finishing Pyrotechnic Special Effects Material
Fruit Ripening Process Pyroxylin Plastics
Fumigation/Insecticidal Refrigeration Unit (Mechanical)
Hazardous Materials in excess of CFC Table 105.5.22* Repair Garage
Hazardous Production Materials Roof Heliports
High-Piled Storage Spraying/Dipping
Hot Work* Storage of Tires and Tire Byproducts
Industrial Oven Temporary Membrane Structures/Tents*
Live Audience Production Studio/Wrap Parties Tire Rebuilding Plants
Lumber Yards Wood Products

*Operational permits require a special activity permit, when applicable.

Activities which are regulated under operation permits for a limited time require a Special Activity Permits.

Event Guidance

Review the guidance resource prior to submitting for a Special Activity Permit.  Event Coordinators, Operators, or other applicants should find these documents helpful for event planning and any supplement document needed with the permit application.  

Permit Fees

Fire permit fees for each of the special activities are established by each City. Locate Special Event permit fees under the Miscellaneous Fee section of the Master Fee Schedule for the  City of Livermore or the City of Pleasanton. 

  1. Obtain Business License.
  2. Submit City Planning/Zoning Online ACA Portal.
  3. Submit Fire Permit Application and Supplemental Documents 14 days Prior to Event. See Guidance Documents.
  4. Pay Fire Permit Fee.
  5. Schedule Inspection at least 48 hours prior date of inspection
  1. Obtain Business License.
  2. Submit City Planning/Zoning Online ACA Portal.
  3. Submit Fire Permit Application and Supplemental Documents 14 days Prior to Event. See Guidance Documents.
  4. Pay Fire Permit Fee.
  5. Schedule Inspection at least 48 hours prior date of inspection

Special Events Form

Complete the form below: