False alarms fees
All fees are assessed on an annual basis and begin July 1 each year.
Residential false alarm |
Free |
$85.00 |
+$5 more per occurrence |
High-risk* false alarm |
Free |
$170.00 |
+$10 more per occurrence |
*Alarms are considered high-risk when they are used to alert us of bank hold ups or armed robbery events. Panic alarms installed at a residential location are not classified as high-risk.
False alarms are most commonly caused by error, such as opening and closing doors, or equipment malfunctions. Each alarm response requires a minimum of two patrol officers and averages 20 minutes per officer, per alarm.
False alarms negatively impact the overall safety of the community by diverting officers from actual emergencies and other legitimate calls for service. The alarm permit ordinance helps increase accountability and responsible maintenance and management of alarm systems.