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Prevention

Permit Holder Guidelines

Permit Holder Guideline #32A


PERMIT TITLE: Open flames - Theatrical Use in Assembly/ Educational Facilities

CODE SECTION (2003 Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code): 308

SCOPE: A person shall not utilize or allow to be utilized, an open flame in connection with a public meeting or gathering for purposes of deliberation, worship, entertainment, amusement, instruction, education, recreation, awaiting transportation or similar purpose in assembly or educational occupancies without first obtaining a permit in accordance with section 105.6.

FEE: $40.00 (Check payable to the City of Richmond)

PERMIT EXPIRATION: Operational

REQUIREMENTS: Permit holder agrees to abide by the 2003 Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code and any special stipulations noted on permit, as well as the following:

1. Open flame decorative devices shall comply with section 308.3.2

2. Open flames shall not be located on or near decorative material or similar combustible materials.

3. Open flame devices shall not be used in a Group A occupancy, except for the exceptions listed in section 308.3.7.

4. Where approved by the fire code official, open-flame devices used in conjunction with theatrical performances are allowed to be used when adequate safety precautions have been taken in accordance with NFPA 160.

Any violations of these guidelines and/or the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code shall result in permit revocation.
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