The fire alarm application process with the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) typically involves three types of letters.

Once plans are approved and permitted and all work is finished, the electrician will schedule an FDNY inspection. An inspector will visit the property to determine if the work complies with current code requirements, and will then issue one of the following letter types:

• An inspector who identifies any deficiencies with the documentation or work itself will issue a Letter of Defect (LOD) to record these issues.
• The inspector will issue a Letter of Recommendation (LOR) at the time of inspection to confirm that all requirements have been satisfied. (If an LOD was previously issued, the LOR confirms correction of the previous defects.)
• Once the LOR is processed, FDNY issues a Letter of Approval to verify that the inspection passed.

The LOA confirms that all required documentation has been submitted and that all fire alarm work has been completed in compliance with approved plans. The LOA is e-filed with the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB), and an official copy is sent to the building owner via the U.S. Postal Service.

Failure to procure an LOA can result in hefty fines and penalties.

For any additional questions or comments on fire alarm system filings, please contact Milrose Consultants.