The primary purpose of our inspection program is to inspect all commercial properties in the City of Brooklyn Center to identify hazards to life and property. By educating the business community on the causes of fire or other problems, the potential for incidents may be reduced or eliminated. The program's effectiveness depends on the ability to educate business owners and occupants on the need for corrections when necessary and the reasons for them. The Fire Department conducts inspections for existing and new construction in conjunction with Community Development Building Inspectors. The Brooklyn Center Fire Inspector also follows up and investigates all fire code complaints, whether they are commercial or residential.

Commercial Inspections

During an inspection, Fire Inspectors identify fire hazards and life safety issues of buildings throughout the city. Inspectors document discrepancies and educate business owners about the importance of complying with the code. Each business owner is granted a grace period to meet compliance before the Inspector returns for a re-inspection.

Inspection Schedule

The community is divided into five (5) inspection districts. All commercial buildings are inspected on a five-year rotation, with one district being inspected each year. On an annual basis, high occupancy buildings, including hotels/motels, apartment buildings, will be inspected.  Industrial, hazardous, institutional, and educational are also inspected annually.