Fire Protection System

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania passed a law effective January 1, 2011 that requires a private fire protection system to be installed in all newly constructed multi unit houses and townhouses.  There is an annual fee for inspection and maintenance of testing records.  This fee will be added to your quarterly utility bill.  There are 2 types of systems: Stand Alone or Combined Loop.  Check with your contractor/builder to determine which is installed in your residence.   For more information about the residential sprinkler systems click here.
           * The Stand Alone Fire System requires a separate meter and is      
              charged $12.50 per quarter ($50 annually).
           * The Combined Loop System does not require a separate meter        
             and is charged $6.25 per quarter ($25 annually).

* Update 4-26-11  The law had formally applied to single family houses.  However, it has been repealed by Pennsylvania's governor.  It is now optional for single family residences to have the fire protection system.  If the builder installs a fire protection system, the above costs will be applicable.

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