Fire Sprinkler Permit

Submittal Requirements

Documents to submit (each as an individual file):

• Fire Sprinkler Application: Completed and signed.

• Plan Review Package:

1. Manufacturer, type, size and temperature of all sprinkler heads
2. Manufacturer, type and size of all piping materials
3. Manufacturer, type, size and location of all hanging and earthquake-bracing materials
4. System hazard class design and density
5. Washington State Certification stamp on all plans and calculations.

• If system includes standpipes, the outlets must be equipped with National Standard threaded 2-1/2 inch hose outlets with capped 1-1/2 reducers. 

•All buildings exceeding 5,000 sq ft shall be fully sprinklered per NFPA Standard 13. D. and Occupancy Group R2 (multi-family) buildings are required to be fully sprinklered per the following schedule:

1.  Less than or equal to 12,000 sq ft - NFPA 13R
2. Greater than 12.,000 sq ft - NFPA 13

Questions Regarding Guidelines

Contact Renton Regional Fire Authority at: 425-276-9580
Website: www.rentonrfa.com

Resources

Fire Sprinkler Application Process

No paper documents will be accepted. When you are ready to submit your application and required documents, follow the steps below to have City staff supply you with a secure file share link. 

STEP 1. Email the Project Name, Address and Scope of Work to: permittech@rentonwa.gov
STEP 2. A Permit Specialist will reply with an FTP link to upload the required files.
STEP 3. Allow 5 days for the application to be screened. 
STEP 4. IF COMPLETE, you will be notified of acceptance and given payment instructions. 
IF INCOMPLETE, you will be notified of incomplete requirements and instructions to proceed.

Tip: Review decisions may be significantly delayed by incomplete or inaccurate submittals. Closely follow the Submittal Requirements to prevent delays!

Review Response Times

Residential first review decisions are typically 2-3 weeks.
Residential revision decisions are typically 1-2 weeks. 
Commercial first review decisions are typically 3-4 weeks.
Commercial revision decisions are typically 1-2 weeks. 

Need Additional Help?

Schedule a Virtual Appointment,
Email a Permit Specialist: Permittech@rentonwa.gov, or 
Call a Permit Specialist: 425-430-7215

Once your permit is approved, you may begin work and schedule inspections. Please print a copy of your permit to keep on-site for when your inspector arrives.

Scheduling Fire Sprinkler Inspections

Fire Sprinkler Permit Inspections and Field Tests must be scheduled by calling 425-276-9580 a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Appointments will be subject to the availability of personnel and a contractor must be present for all field tests.