Rutherford County Fire Inspector's Office

(828) 287-6035

FAX: (828)287-6338

Our hours are: 8 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday.

We are located directly behind the courthouse at 141 West Third Street in Rutherfordton.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Rutherford County Inspection Department's mission is to assist the public in the protection of life and property by minimizing the impact of fire and potential disasters or events that affect the community and environment.

Fire Inspectors:

Inspection Schedules

Once every year
Hazardous, Institutional, High Rise, Assembly and Residential except one and two family dwellings and only interior common areas of dwelling units of multi-family occupancies


Once every two years
Industrial and Educational (except public schools)


Once every three years
Business, Mercantile, Storage, Churches and Synagogues

Download: Fire Fee Schedule

Download: Fire Operational Permit Application

Download: Fire Construction Permit Application

BURNING PERMITS

To obtain a burning permit online, try the following link:

-or-

Visit your local fire department.

Helpful Links:

Download: NC Licensed Sprinkler Contractors

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