The firefighters, under direction of the Fire Chief, shall investigate or cause to be investigated, the cause, origin, and circumstances of each fire occurring within the city by which property has been destroyed or damaged, when the destruction or damage exceeds $100, except that all fires of unknown origin shall be investigated; and the Fire Chief or an investigator designated by the Fire Chief shall make investigation as to whether the fire was the result of carelessness, accident, or intent. All investigations shall begin within two days of the occurrence of the fire. The firefighters as assigned by the Chief shall make reports as may, from time to time, be required by property owners or their insurance carriers, the state, or the Council.
(1997 Code, § 10.08) (Am. Ord. 2011-5, passed 7-25-2011)