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Fire Prevention & Life Safety
Also known as the Office of the Fire Marshal, this division is responsible for fire investigations, fire inspections, and fire code enforcement within the county. The Office of the Fire Marshal also investigates citizen complaints regarding fire and life safety hazards and enforces compliance with State and County burning regulations. Fire Inspectors work with business and dwelling owners to interpret and conduct code compliance inspections. All Inspectors are Certified Fire Inspectors, and all Fire Investigators are Certified Fire/Arson Investigators as well as Certified Peace Officers.

Fire Plan Review Links

Outdoor Burning Information

Saturday, November 7, 2009 is a BURN DAY.  Residential burning of natural falling debris can be done without obtaining a permit. The fire must be keep 50 feet from a structure, be a small pile no larger than 3 x 3, out by sunset, the fire must be attended at all times, and a water source must be kept nearby.

Sunday is NOT a Burn Day, as prescribed by Gwinnett County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 46, Fire Prevention and Safety.


Office Information

Location:
One Justice Square
Office of the Fire Marshal
446 West Crogan St. Suite 100 & 175
Lawrenceville, GA -30045-2475

Plan Review Office Hours: Walk In Customers: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm

Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

The Fire Marshal's Office is located at One Justice Square, adjacent to the County Courthouse at the corner of Lawrenceville Hwy. and Langley Dr. in Lawrenceville.

Phone: 678.518.6100

Fire Plan Review Fax: 678.518.6144

Administration and Training Fax: 678.518.6101

Inspection Request Line: 678.518.6277


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