The National City Fire Department provides contractor requirement handouts to assist architects, engineers, developers, and licensed contractors in designing and constructing projects that comply with the California Fire Code and applicable City requirements.

Reviewing these documents before submitting plans can help reduce corrections, minimize project delays, and streamline the permit review process.

General Construction

• General Contractor Requirements
• Scope of Work
• Deferred Submittals
• Operational Permit

Fire Protection Systems

• Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Requirements
• Emergency Radio Responder Coverage
• Fire Watch
• Hood System Requirements
• Underground Sprinkler Requirements

Site Development

• Fire Apparatus Access Roads
• Fire Flow Requirements
• Water Service Needs - Sweetwater Authority

Specialized Occupancies and Equipment

• Cooking Oil Storage Tank Systems in Commercial Kitchens
• Large Family Day-Care Information
• Marine Fueling
• Sign Requirements
  • Color Sign Requirements

Additional Information

These handouts are intended to provide general guidance for common fire protection requirements and should be reviewed before submitting plans for permit review. Additional project-specific requirements may apply based on the California Fire Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, and City ordinances.

If you have questions regarding your project or are unsure which requirements apply, please contact the Fire Prevention Division before submitting your plans.

Fire Prevention Division

Phone: (619) 336-4550

Email: fire@nationalcityca.gov

Ready to submit your project? Visit the Plan Reviews & Permits page for application instructions.