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NEW! Click here to learn more about the Fire Station Deployment Pilot Program
Click here to submit an online applications and payments through Open Gov.
Online permitting is now available for the following permit types:
- Smoke Detector Certificate of Compliance
- Application for Permit and Certificate of Completion for the Installation or Alteration of Fuel Oil Burning Equipment and the Storage of Fuel Oil
- Above Ground/Underground Propane Tank Installation
- Application for Standard Permit (Fire Alarm, Sprinkler, Flammable Storage, Tank Truck Inspections)
The Fire Dept. is working to expand the number and types of permits that can be applied for using online permit applications. Check back often to see our new offerings.
Responsibilities
The Acton Fire Department furnishes the citizens of Acton with a comprehensive and responsible delivery system of fire protection, fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services in order to provide life safety and the protection of property.
The Fire Department is responsible for:
- Fire prevention / education
- Fire suppression
- Hazardous material emergency response
- Ambulance and emergency medical services
In addition, together with other Town departments, the Acton Fire Department is also responsible for emergency preparedness and disaster mitigation. The Fire Department along with the Acton Police Department is responsible for the E-9-1-1 Emergency Dispatch Center.