Fire Prevention Bureau

The Bureau performs a wide range of functions, including inspections, issuance of licenses and permits,fire protection inspections and investigations of all fires for cause. In case of arson, the Bureau coordinates with the Police Department, the County Prosecutor, the County Arson Squad and other State and Federal agencies.

The Bureau is also the enforcement agency for the State of New Jersey and the Township of Teaneck Fire Code, which is aimed at controlling fire hazards in all structures within the community. The Fire Code mandates periodic inspections of occupancy which include: schools, local businesses, factories, hospitals, nursing homes, all commercial businesses, and industrial / office buildings in the community. Cooperation with the building department insures fire protection with all building with in the Township. Residents are encouraged to request an inspection of their home to determine if any fire hazards exist. All residences – upon resale – and all rental units – upon rental – in accordance with State law are inspected for required smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers.

The Fire Prevention Bureau has speakers available for Fire Safety lectures. Please contact the Bureau at (201) 808-8080 ext. 5200 to schedule a lecture for your group or organization.

FIRE CODE ENFORCEMENT - The Department is the enforcement agency for the NJ Edition of the Uniform Fire Code, which is aimed at controlling the potential fire hazards in all structures in the community except owner-occupied one and two-family homes.

FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU - The Bureau performs a wide range of functions, including inspections, issuance of licenses and permits, enforcement of the NJ Edition of the Uniform Fire Code, fire protection inspections and investigations of all fires for cause. In case of arson, the Bureau coordinates with the Police Department, the County Prosecutor, the County Arson Squad and other State and Federal agencies.

The Bureau presents educational programs all school levels from elementary through college. It also has speakers available to present fire prevention to local civic organizations.