Pyrotechnic Sales and Stand Permit Information
Permit Information
The following permit information serves to obtain information about pyrotechnic materials that are sold within the CHFD and El Paso County, Colorado. The information and following inspection for a permit for sales will be to ensure code compliance in accordance with the International Fire Code and El Paso County.
The Process:
Documents to Submit to the CHFD:
- Special Use Permit from the El Paso County Development Services Office.
- Provide a copy of the lease agreement or written permission from the land owner for the use of the land that will be used for selling.
- Copy of the Certificate of Flame Resistance, if a tent is being used.
- Before the stand is operating, a memo/inspection report will be completed by CHFD after the final fire inspection.
Tent/Stand Information:
- Proper number of Fire Extinguishers are in place and they have been inspected in the last year.
- 20-foot-wide barricade around the tent/stand to prevent vehicles from parking too close.
- A tent is required to have a “Certificate of Flame Resistance”
- No Smoking Signs must be posted.
- There must be two exits and nothing can be blocking these exits at any time.
Occupant Load/Exits/Fire Extinguisher Requirements
| Tent Size | Square Footage | Max Occupant Load | Number of Required Exits | Minimum Exit Width at Each Exit | Minimum Number of Fire Extinguishers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20x20 | 400 | 14 | 2 | 36 inches | 2 |
| 20x30 | 600 | 20 | 2 | 36 inches | 3 |
| 20x40 | 800 | 27 | 2 | 36 inches | 3 |
| 30x30 | 900 | 30 | 2 | 36 inches | 3 |
| 30x40 | 1200 | 40 | 2 | 36 inches | 4 |
| 30x45 | 1350 | 45 | 2 | 36 inches | 4 |
| 40x40 | 1600 | 54 | 2 | 36 inches | 4 |
| 30x60 | 1800 | 60 | 2 | 36 inches | 4 |
| 30x75 | 2250 | 75 | 2 | 36 inches | 4 |
| 40x60 | 2400 | 80 | 2 | 36 inches | 4 |
| 36x72 | 2592 | 87 | 2 | 36 inches | 4 |
| 30x90 | 2700 | 90 | 2 | 36 inches | 4 |
| 40x80 | 3200 | 107 | 2 | 36 inches | 5 |
➢ Occupant loads are calculated at 1 person per 30 square feet of retail sales
➢ Number of Exits and Exit width are based of the International Fire Code
➢ There shall be a minimum 2 exits that are not blocked by merchandise
➢ Fire Extinguishers will have a current inspection (NFPA 10)
➢ Fire Extinguishers will be placed where they available for employees
Pyrotechnic Stand Checklist/Permit
o Copy of Special Use Permit from El Paso County
o Copy of Lease Agreement or written permission from owner for the use of the land
o Copy of “Certificate of Flame Resistance” o Copy of CHFD Memo for fire inspection
o Proper Number of Fire Extinguishers o Fire Extinguishers have been inspected/maintained
o No Smoking Signs posted and visible o 20-foot-wide barrier around the stand
o At least two exits from the tent that are not blocked
It is the responsibility of the business owner selling pyrotechnic goods to provide for the safety of employees and customers. Cimarron Hills Fire Department will provide the guidance and inspections to ensure code compliance for the permit of the selling and condition of the tent/stand