How do I submit the Fire Protection Permit Application?

Email the permit and plans to fireprevention@portarthurtx.gov. Non-refundable payment is due at submittal; payment options are listed on the application.

What information does the application ask for?

It requests the job address, building or space use, owner and contractor details, work valuation, total square footage, hazards protected, and a description of the system or work.

What fire protection work does this application cover?

The application lists fire alarms, private fire lines, sprinkler systems and standpipes, hood or spray booth extinguishing systems, and other systems requiring a plan check or acceptance test.

Port Arthur, TX · Jefferson County

No notary required

Fire Protection Permit Application

Property owners and contractors use this application to provide project and system details when submitting a fire protection permit request to the city.

What this form is

The Fire Marshal's Office application covers fire alarms, private fire lines, sprinkler systems, standpipes, and other fire protection work requiring a plan check or acceptance test. It asks for the job address, building or space use, owner and contractor contact details, work valuation, square footage, hazards protected, and system or work description. The document lists permit fees and states that non-refundable payment is due when the application is submitted.

Who needs it

Owners or contractors seeking a fire protection permit for work involving a listed system or another system requiring a plan check should complete this application.

How to submit it

Email the permit and plans to [email protected]. Non-refundable payment is due at submittal; credit cards are accepted through the Fire Marshal's Office, while other payment methods are accepted in person at the City Cashier, City Hall Annex Building, 444 4th Street, Port Arthur, TX 77640.

About notarization

This application has no notary block and lists no sworn or notarized attachment; the applicant simply signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Fire Protection Permit Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Fill in the job, owner, contractor, building-use, work-valuation, hazard, and system details requested.
3
Gather The Plans
Prepare the plans to email with the permit application, as directed on the form.
4
Submit To The City
Email the permit and plans to [email protected] and arrange the non-refundable payment due at submittal.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Fire Protection Permit Application?: No. The application has no notary block and lists no sworn or notarized attachment; the applicant simply signs and dates it.
How do I submit the Fire Protection Permit Application?: Email the permit and plans to [email protected]. Non-refundable payment is due at submittal; payment options are listed on the application.
What information does the application ask for?: It requests the job address, building or space use, owner and contractor details, work valuation, total square footage, hazards protected, and a description of the system or work.
What fire protection work does this application cover?: The application lists fire alarms, private fire lines, sprinkler systems and standpipes, hood or spray booth extinguishing systems, and other systems requiring a plan check or acceptance test.

Need something notarized?

This Fire Protection Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.