For Contractors

State Requires Carbon Dioxide Detectors

The Florida Building Code now includes a requirement for carbon monoxide detectors in order to issue a permit for any dwelling that has an attached garage, a fireplace or a fossil-fuel-burning heater or appliance. Effective July 1, 2008, an operational carbon monoxide alarm must be installed within 10 feet of each room used for sleeping.

For details, read the new code.

Our Contractors' Page has Fire Inspection Guidelines.

These FAQs explain what has to be inspected, any required fees and who to contact to schedule an inspection.

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Estero Fire Codes and Inspections

Interim Fire Marshal

Phillip Green

Employees of Estero Fire Rescue responsible for community risk management and fire prevention are known as the Life Safety Squad. Life Safety Squad members review plans for all new construction in the District, except for one and two-family dwellings, conduct new construction inspections and routine inspections to insure fire protection and life safety is maintained in existing buildings, provide fire and life safety education programs, fire and arson investigation, public information and code consulting services.

Plan review and new construction inspection costs are offset by fees charged for these services. A portion of the overall fire department operating budget funds all other services.

You can learn a lot more about Prevention at Estero Fire Rescue by exploring our Safety Info section of the web site. Citizens of Estero are encouraged to take advantage of fire and life safety education programs, CPR and fire extinguisher training classes, baby sitter safety, fire truck demonstrations, Citizens Emergency Response Training (CERT) classes and various other safety programs offered to businesses and residents.