(a) Definitions. For purposes of this Section 1503.071, the following terms shall have the following meanings:
(1) "Central Station Monitored Fire Alarm System" means an NFPA 72 complaint system which, when activated by smoke, fire or other emergency requiring a Fire Department response, transmits a signal to a private alarm company, who will then alert the Village that a fire or other emergency exists or that the services of the fire or other public safety forces are needed.
(2) "Commercial building" means any structure other than a one-, two-, or three-family dwelling that is issued a certificate of occupancy.
(b) Central Station Monitored Fire Alarm System Requirement/Application for a Building Permit. The owner of any commercial building or their representative, including a tenant, who is required to apply for a building permit shall install and maintain a central station fire alarm system.
(c) Central Station Monitored Fire Alarm System Requirement/New Construction. The owner of any commercial building that is constructed on or after March 1, 2014, shall install and maintain a central station monitored fire alarm system.
(Ord. 2019-30. Passed 3-25-19; Ord. 2024-08. Passed 3-11-24.)