Fire
Request a Fire Inspection
Use the button below to request a fire inspection. A member of the Fire Marshal’s Office will contact you to schedule.
Submit Inspection RequestQuestions and Contact Information
Fire Inspection Questions:
sffd_fmo@santafenm.gov
505-955-3310
Certificate of Compliance Questions:
505-955-6150
Inspections and Certificates of Compliance
The Fire Prevention Division plays a key role in the business licensing process by conducting required fire inspections and contributing to the City’s Certificate of Compliance review. This page explains when inspections are required, what to expect, and how the Fire Marshal’s Office fits into the overall process.
Inspections, Certificates, and Rates
Annual inspections are required for buildings over 1,500 sq. ft. and specific occupancy types:
- A-1 – Large Assembly Structures
- A-2 – All Restaurants
- E – Educational Facilities
- M – Retail Stores
- R-1 – Hotels and Motels
Inspections ensure compliance with IFC 2021 and NFPA standards. Deficiencies must be corrected before re-inspection and approval.
Inspections for projects approved under the deferred submittal plan review process. Includes:
- Rough-in inspections
- Final inspections
- Acceptance inspections
All conducted per IFC 2021 and NFPA standards. Schedule inspections by contacting the Fire Marshal’s Office.
The Fire Marshal’s Office participates in the Certificate of Compliance process after all prior licensing steps are complete.
Staff will contact your business to schedule inspections once your application is entered into the system.
Businesses operating from a residence may require fire review as part of the Certificate of Occupancy.
Additional requirements may apply. See guidance below:
Mobile vendors and food trucks are regulated separately and have different fire inspection and permitting requirements.
Inspection Rates
Annual Inspection Rates
| Business Size | Cost |
| Businesses less than (<) 1500 sq. ft. | $30.00 |
| Businesses of 1501 - 3000 sq. ft. | $50.00 |
| Businesses of 3001 - 6000 sq. ft. | $100.00 |
| Businesses of 6001 - 9000 sq. ft. | $150.00 |
| Businesses more than (>) 9001 sq. ft. | $200.00 |
Certificate of Compliance Inspection Rates
| Business Size and Type | Cost |
| Businesses less than (<) 3000 sq. ft. | $75.00 |
| Businesses of 3001 - 6000 sq. ft. | $150.00 |
| Businesses of 6001 - 9000 sq. ft. | $200.00 |
| Businesses of 9001 - 12000 sq. ft. | $250.00 |
| Businesses of 12001 sq. ft. or more | $300.00 |
| Home Occupancy Businesses | $25.00 |
| Itinerant Vendors | $25.00 |
| Tents | $50.00 |
| Canopy or group of canopies with an area up to 400 sq. ft. | --- |
| Canopies or groups of canopies with an area exceeding 400 sq. ft. | $50.00 |
| Fire Permits | $10.00 |
Deferred Plan Review Fees
| Plan Type | Cost |
| Residential automatic fire sprinkler system plans | $50.00 |
| Commercial automatic fire sprinkler system plans | $150.00 |
| Commercial automatic fire sprinkler system modification plans | $50.00 |
| Commercial fire alarm system plans | $50.00 |
| Commercial hood fire suppression system plans | $50.00 |
| Scope of Work Letter | $50.00 |