Which of the following is NOT a permit type typically granted by the fire inspector?

• A. Building permits
• B. Special Use (burning, fireworks)
• C. Special Manufacturing (use of flammable gases)
• D. Occupancy permits (high life loss potential)

Answer: (A)

When evaluating fire code authority, the focus is on permits that directly manage fire risk and life safety in an occupied or planned space. A fire inspector handles permits tied to fire safety: occupancy permits ensure the building has proper egress and fire protection in place; special use permits cover activities with heightened fire risk like burning or fireworks; and special manufacturing permits address processes using flammable materials and the fire protection measures required. Building permits, on the other hand, govern the construction and structural changes of a building and are typically issued by the building department after plan review. The fire department may review plans for fire code compliance during the building permit process, but the actual building permit is not usually issued by the fire inspector. So the permit type that isn’t typically granted by the fire inspector is the building permit. The other options align with fire department responsibilities.