A. Types Of Permits: There shall be two (2) types of permits as follows:
1. Operational Permit: An operational permit allows the applicant to conduct an operation or a business for which a permit is required for either:
a. A prescribed period; or
b. Until renewed or revoked.
2. Construction Permit: A construction permit allows the applicant to install or modify systems and equipment for which a permit is required.
B. Permits Required: Permits required by this code shall be obtained from the fire code official. Issued permits shall be kept on the premises designated therein at all times and shall be readily available for inspection by the fire code official.
C. Application: Applications for a permit required by this code shall be made to the fire code official on designated forms and detail as prescribed by the fire code official. Applications for permits shall be accompanied by such plans and permit fees as prescribed by the fire code official.
D. Required Operational Permits: The fire code official is authorized to require, issue and enforce operational permits for the operations set forth in the international fire code.
E. Required Construction Permits: A permit shall be issued for construction as required by the international fire code and as follows:
1. Permit To Store Hazardous Material: A permit is required to store hazardous materials in excess of the amount set forth in the international fire code. The required permit shall be issued by the state fire marshal's office and be renewed annually.
2. High Piled Combustible Storage Permit: A permit is required for indoor floor and/or rack storage that meet the definition of high piled combustible storage as listed in the international fire code, chapter 23.
3. Construction Documents: Construction documents shall be provided for work requiring a construction permit in conformance with the following:
a. A minimum of three (3) sets of wet stamped plans shall be provided with related manufacturer specifications and calculations as required by the fire code official. Additional sets may be required at the request of the fire code official or the city of Elko building department.
b. Fire alarm construction documents shall bear a NICET level II or greater stamp and shall be wet signed in accordance with NAC 477 and the 2007 NFPA 72.
c. Constructions documents shall meet the requirements of the adopted international fire code, chapter 1.
d. Construction documents shall be provided for high piled combustible storage applications. Construction drawings shall meet the requirements of the adopted international fire code, chapter 23. (Ord. 734, 5-10-2011)