This page contains the necessary information pertaining to Fire Prevention for the District of Squamish. Below you will find links to assist you with your new business licence fire inspections, creating your fire safety plan and other valuable resources.
Fire Safety Plans
Fire Safety Plans are a mandate of the BC Fire Code (Division B, Section 2.8). If you require a Fire Safety Plan, please use the links below to obtain more information.
Construction and Development
New Multi-Family Residential Construction is required to use NFPA-13R Sprinkler Standard - NFPA-13d (Modified) is no longer accepted within the District of Squamish (2016).
Other Resources
If you have further questions or require additional information, please call our office to speak to one of our Fire Prevention Officers at 604-898-9666.
Recruiting Information
January 27, 2023 at 2:20 PM
Gas leak shuts down Government Road near Centennial Way; Residents advised to shelter in place
Site of the road closure
Update: 3:35 p. m.
January 27, 2023 at 1:58 PM
Installing a Heat Pump? Don’t forget to get a Building Permit!
A Building Permit is required when installing, altering or modifying heating, plumbing or air-conditioning systems.