FD: Developer / Contractor Guides

Overview

The below Informational Bulletins and Process Flow Charts are provided to assist Developers, Engineers, Contractors, Project Managers and Building Owners with the Construction and Operational Requirements for new construction.

Civil Engineering

AutoTURN Apparatus Specifications: We recognize that the design of fire apparatus access roads can sometimes be a challenge for roadways that utilize unique geography or traffic calming measures. To assist those working on these types of projects, we have developed a guideline of our requirements and apparatus specifications to assist those designing with AutoTURN. If you are in need of our apparatus specifications, please contact the Fire Marshal's Office at 972-547-2850, or via email.

Project Managers

• General Contractor / Project Manager Checklist

Knox Box

• Knox Box FAQ

Building Owners

• Tenant Finish Out / Lease Space Questionnaire
• Building Owner Information Sheet
• High Piled Storage Operational Expectations (Blank Sample Form)

Contractors

• Fire Alarm Operational Guidelines
• Fire Alarm Performance and Installation

Process Flow Charts For Contractors / Project Managers / Building Owners

• Fire Department Process Flow for New Construction
• Access Controlled Gates
• Access Controlled Doors
• Commercial Kitchen Hood Suppression Systems
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Fire Sprinkler Underground
• Fire Sprinkler Overhead Systems