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A "fire lane" is an area adjacent to the entrances or exits of buildings, shopping centers, hospitals, apartments or schools which are deemed necessary by the fire official to remain free and clear of parked vehicles and other obstructions in order to provide access to the building in case of fire or other emergency. Fire lanes shall be a width of not less than twenty (20) feet perpendicular to exits and entrances and shall extend for the minimum length necessary to provide access for fire vehicles and may, include sidewalks, driveways, portions of parking lots, or any other area adjacent to or near the entrances or exits to such building. Fire Lanes may be marked either by striping the pavement or by posting signs. Signage and Striping shall be as follows:
Fire Lane Striping
Painted - "Fire lanes" shall be marked with a red painted line at least five (5) inches wide around the perimeter thereof with the words "FIRE LANE" and “NO PARKING” in white letters at least four (4) inches high painted on the surface. The words “FIRE LANE NO PARKING” shall be repeated every 15 feet . Fire Lane Signs
Signs - fire apparatus access roads shall be marked with permanent NO PARKING—FIRE LANE signs. Signs shall have a minimum dimension of 12 inches wide by 18 inches high and have red letters on a white reflective background. Signs shall be posted on one or both sides of the fire apparatus road as required. If you have additional questions please contact the Fire Marshal's Office at 713-475-5556 |
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