All alarm devices and local alarms shall have an automatic shut-off which will deactivate the sound, light, or beacon signal of an alarm device or local alarm within ten minutes after the commencement of the sound, light, or beacon signal, except for an alarm attached to a sprinkler system. The Police or Fire Department may enter the premises to deactivate the sound, light, or beacon signal which has not been shut off within ten minutes of activation of same and which disturbs surrounding residents or premises. This deactivation by police or fire personnel shall be taken only after reasonable efforts have been made by the Police or Fire Department to contact the owner of the local alarm or alarm holder, or his or her delegate, as the case may be. Neither the Police or Fire Department nor the city shall be liable for any damages resulting from this deactivation.
(1987 Code, § 6-233) (Ord. 14, 1991, passed 5-20-1991) Penalty, see § 10.99