Council debates smoke detector interconnection, contemplates 12-month grace period

May 13, 2026

Council members discussed a proposed smoke-detector and fire-safety ordinance covering wireless versus hardwired interconnection, potential inspection scheduling complications, and recommended a 12-month implementation/grace period tied to the fiscal year with in-house enforcement procedures for complaints.

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Council reviewed Ordinance No. 4, a proposed fire-safety amendment clarifying the interconnection of smoke detectors in multiunit and single-family dwellings.

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