The Department of Fire Prevention was organized to promote fire safety and prevention, assist businesses in their compliance with various fire codes, and to collaborate with local fire departments and emergency medical personnel.
In fulfilling this mission, Fire Prevention personnel are responsible for:
Inspections of commercial properties
Performing fire investigations
Issuing permits for outdoor dining, public assemblies, certain outdoor fires, and other activities
Conducting investigations of fire scene and fire-related complaints, including those in the incorporated villages of North Haven, Quogue, Sagaponack and Westhampton Beach.
Reviewing subdivision, commercial building, fire sprinkler, and site plans