Fire and Emergency Services FAQs

All businesses in the city are required to have the following minimum requirements. Working smoke alarms, emergency lights, current fire extinguishers and visible street numbers.

You should expect to hear from Fire Marshal's Office in about a week after applying for a license. The business owner must be present for an inspection. Download forms: Self inspection checklist, Home safety facts, Common code violations.

Typically, there are no fees for the first business inspection. The Fire Marshal's Office may impose a fee after multiple inspections of the same business have been made.

Fire extinguishers are only good for 1 year in a business. They must be replaced or serviced annually and documentation must be provided.

All businesses in the city are inspected yearly / annually.

To report a Fire Code Violation please notify the City of Austell Fire Marshal at (770) 819-2309 and email to firemarshal@austellga.gov or bring to your nearest City of Austell Fire Department.

Email our office with your contact info and the type of class you are wanting at firemarshal@austellga.gov

Yes. If you live in the city limits, with proof of residency you can come by and pick up a free smoke alarm.

No we do not. You can visit the Cobb County Safety Village for car-seat installation. For more information visit http://www.safekidscobbcounty.org

Blood pressure checks are normally done at the fire station any day between 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM; however, if you are having problems come by anytime day or night or dial 911.

Schools and community groups are welcome to visit the station and see the equipment anytime Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please call ahead to arrange a tour with the Fire Captain on duty at (770) 944-4322.

Fire and safety presentations are available by contacting the Fire Chief's office at (770) 944-6133.

The City's ISO rating is a 3.

Burning times are 5:00 PM until 6:00 PM Monday through Saturday, October 1 through April 30 each year. You may burn only small limbs and leaves that fall within your yard; burning of trash is prohibited. Burning is prohibited on Sundays and holidays as well as May 1 through September 30 of each year.

Yes, the Austell Fire Department offers free smoke alarms to residents of the City. The Austell Fire Department will also install the smoke alarm free of charge for senior citizens and for others that may qualify. Please contact the Austell Fire Department at (770) 944-6133 for additional information.