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Are there exceptions?
Yes. “Essential activities,” like visiting a health or veterinary care professional, obtaining medical supplies or medication, or delivering/obtaining grocery items are exceptions and will not be in violation of the curfew.

Other exemptions include:
- Travelling home from out-of-town
- Leaving Montgomery to return to your home outside of our city
- Passing through (including getting gas) from outside Montgomery to your home outside of our city
Can the Fire Department fill my pool?
Unfortunately, the Fire Department can not fill pools.
Can the Fire Department use my property as a controlled practice burn?
Call (334) 625-3916 if you own property that you wish to have burned down. Each structure will be evaluated and must meet certain requirements to be considered.
Does the Fire Department install car seats?
Montgomery Fire Rescue does not install car seats. Click here to locate a car seat inspection station.
How can I request Sparky, Freddy, or the Safety House for my event?
Call the Fire Rescue Division of Training at (334) 240-4626.
How do I apply to become a Firefighter?
Applications and Job Announcements may be obtained

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Montgomery City/County Personnel

27 Madison Avenue, P.O. Box 1111

Montgomery, AL. 36104

(334) 241-2675

http://montgomeryal.gov/work/city-job-openings
How do I get a plan reviewed by a Fire Inspector?
Appointments can be made to have plans reviewed by calling (334) 625-3916. Alternately, one can bring plans to 19 Madison Av. Montgomery, AL 36104 and request that they be reviewed. This process takes Ten (10) to Fourteen (14) days. Fees vary according to square footage.
How do I obtain a Burn Permit?
Call (334) 625-3916 to schedule an appointment to have Fire Inspector come to potential burn site to determine if it meets the requirements for a burn permit. Cash or check only.

Residential $50.00

Commercial $75.00

Construction $125.00
How do I obtain a Fire Works Permit?
Complete the State Fire Marshal On-Line Forms. Fee is $75.00, cash or check only.
How do I obtain a permit to park a vehicle inside an assembly?
Call (334) 625-3916 to schedule an appointment. Once the vehicle is in the assembly area, the Fire Inspector will inspect the vehicle to ensure it meets fire code requirements. The fee is $75.00, cash or check only.
How do I schedule a Fire Station tour?
To schedule a station tour for a school, church or other group, contact Montgomery Fire/Rescue at (334) 240-4626.
How do I schedule an appointment for a new business?
Call (334) 625-3916 or come to 19 Madison Avenue to schedule an inspection. There is no charge for the initial inspection. If a violation is found during the initial inspection and free re-inspection will be scheduled. If the violations have not been corrected upon re-inspection, a $75.00 Re-Inspection fee will be assessed.
What if I have to work?
You’re exempted. The curfew does not apply to people supplying or restocking businesses, including home improvement, groceries, fuel delivery locations, pharmacies or other retailers offering emergency supplies, transportation of fuels, movement of equipment and personnel for the provision of humanitarian support, and movement of equipment necessary for the protection of critical infrastructure or public safety.
Where can I find more information about becoming a career Firefighter?
Discover the requirements and benefits of joining Montgomery Fire/Rescue.
Where can I obtain a Fire Report and is there a fee?
Fire reports may be obtained at 19 Madison Av. Montgomery, AL. 36104. The fee is $10.00, cash/check/card.
Why did the city of Montgomery invoke a curfew?
Mayor Steven L. Reed and the Montgomery City Council invoked a nightly curfew. View the order for Montgomery, effective since March 27. The curfew will be in effect every night from 10 p.m. – 5 a.m. until further notice.

This curfew is an effort to lessen the effects of community spread of the Coronavirus by preventing social gatherings and unsafe activities that could increase our exposure to COVID-19.

Are there exceptions?

Can the Fire Department fill my pool?

Can the Fire Department use my property as a controlled practice burn?

Does the Fire Department install car seats?

How can I request Sparky, Freddy, or the Safety House for my event?

How do I apply to become a Firefighter?

How do I get a plan reviewed by a Fire Inspector?

How do I obtain a Burn Permit?

How do I obtain a Fire Works Permit?

How do I obtain a permit to park a vehicle inside an assembly?

How do I schedule a Fire Station tour?

How do I schedule an appointment for a new business?

What if I have to work?

Where can I find more information about becoming a career Firefighter?

Where can I obtain a Fire Report and is there a fee?

Why did the city of Montgomery invoke a curfew?