Plan Review
Plans must be submitted to the Fire Marshal’s Office in accordance with the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Title 25,
- Plans must be submitted for the construction of new commercial buildings, renovations and remodels.
- All BUILDING plans must include a Life Safety Data sheet.
- Plans must be submitted to the Building Inspection Office.
- Fire Alarm and Sprinkler companies must submit separate plans for all fire protection systems.

The Rome/Floyd County Fire Marshal's office plan review process utilizes BluBeam Software.

Cost
The cost for plan review by the Fire Marshal’s Office is $100 payable via online services after plans are reviewed and stamped with approval.

Submit Plans
Please Click the application link for the Plan Review process including quick reference guides for requirements. 

 Plan Review Application

All building plans, and plans for fire protection systems (including fire alarm, sprinkler systems, and hood systems) may be submitted electronically using the email on the Plan Review Application. For Questions, please call: Inspector Stephen Belcher or Caleb Jackson (office) 706-236-4511.

Fire Prevention: The Fire Codes
The City of Rome and Floyd County have adopted the State Minimum Standards for Fire and Life Safety as specified in the Georgia Amendments 120-3-3 and local ordinances. 

- City of Rome Municipal Code

- Floyd County Municipal Code

- International Code Council

- National Fire Protection Association 

Here is a link to reference guides for the Georgia minimum standards for fire and life safety:
https://up.codes/codes/georgia

Knox Box  

The Rome/Floyd County Fire Department is registered with the The Knox Company.  All new construction with a fire protection system shall have a lock box or Knox Box for the Rapid Access Program.  For more information: https://www.knoxbox.com/

Additional Resources:
Georgia State Fire Marshal’s Office
https://oci.georgia.gov/inspections-permits-plans
https://oci.georgia.gov/inspections-permits-plans/rules-and-regulations