Fire Alarm Permit Requirements in Mohave County, Arizona

Quick Answer: Fire alarm system installations in Mohave County require building permits from Mohave County Development Services for commercial projects. Contractors must hold an Arizona ROC C-16 (Fire Protection Systems) or C-67 (Low Voltage) license. The county follows 2018 International Building Codes and NFPA 72 standards.

When Are Permits Required?

Fire alarm installations in Mohave County require permits for:

• New commercial fire alarm system installations
• Modifications or extensions to existing systems
• Fire alarm systems in new construction
• Tenant improvement projects affecting life safety
• Systems required by fire code based on occupancy

Typically Exempt

• Single-family residential smoke detectors
• Like-for-like device replacements
• Minor repairs not affecting system operation

Mohave County Development Services

Contact Information

• Address: 700 W. Beale Street, Kingman, AZ 86401
• Phone: (928) 753-9141
• Hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Website: mohave.gov/building-division

Current Codes

• 2018 International Building Codes (IBC, IRC, IPC, IMC)
• 2018 International Fire Code
• 2017 National Electrical Code
• NFPA 72 - Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

Jurisdiction Notes

Mohave County permits apply to unincorporated areas. Cities have their own fire authorities:

• Lake Havasu City - City Fire Department
• Kingman - Kingman Fire Department
• Bullhead City - City Fire Department

Arizona Contractor Licensing Requirements

Primary License Classifications

Classification	Experience	Scope
C-16 Fire Protection	4 years	Commercial fire alarm, sprinkler
CR-16 Fire Protection	4 years	Commercial and residential
C-67 Low Voltage	2 years	Commercial alarm systems
CR-67 Low Voltage	2 years	Commercial and residential

For complete licensing information, see our Arizona Low Voltage Contractor License Guide.

Code Compliance Requirements

NFPA 72 Key Requirements

• Sound levels: Minimum 75 dB in occupied areas
• Secondary power: 24 hours standby + 5 minutes alarm
• Annual testing: Required for all systems
• Documentation: Record of completion required

Fees and Timeline

Fee Type	Amount	Notes
Plan Review	Based on project value	Required for commercial
Building Permit	Based on project value	Due at issuance
Payment Methods	All forms	Credit cards accepted (fees apply)

Residential vs. Commercial

Residential Fire Alarm

• Single-family: smoke detectors per IRC
• Multi-family (3+ units): may require monitored system
• CR-16 or CR-67 license acceptable

Commercial Fire Alarm

• Building permit and plan review required
• NFPA 72 compliance mandatory
• C-16 or C-67 license required
• Central station monitoring typically required

Pro Tips from Experienced Contractors

• Identify jurisdiction - County vs. city fire authority
• Complete submittals - Missing items delay review
• Desert climate - Heat affects equipment ratings
• Test before final - Complete testing before inspection
• Verify monitoring - Central station active for final

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Related Permit Guides

• Arizona Low Voltage Contractor License Guide
• Mohave County Security Camera Permit Requirements
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Summary

Fire alarm installations in Mohave County require:

• Building permit from Development Services
• ROC C-16 or C-67 license
• NFPA 72 compliance
• 2018 IBC and IFC currently in effect

Contact Mohave County Development Services at (928) 753-9141 for specific questions.