1525.04 RAPID ENTRY KEY BOX SYSTEM (LOCK BOX). .

   (a)    Installation. When a property is protected by an automatic alarm system and/or when access to or within a structure or area on that property is unduly difficult because of secured openings, and where immediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the Fire Chief may require a key box to be installed in an approved location. The key box (lock box) shall be a type approved by the Fire Chief.

   (b)   Contents. The key box (lock box) shall contain:

      (1)    Keys to locked points of egress, whether in the interior or on exterior of such buildings.

      (2)    Keys to locked mechanical equipment rooms.

      (3)    Keys to locked electrical rooms.

      (4)    Keys to elevator controls and fire alarm control panels.

      (5)    Keys to other areas as directed by the Fire Chief.

   (c)   Exemption. Residential property shall be exempt from the requirements of this section. (Ord. 21-249. Passed 12-21-21.)