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Fire Prevention

Welcome to the Fire Prevention and Inspections Page:

The Townsend Fire and EMS Department provides a variety of fire prevention and inspection services:

Permit applications can be submitted in person or mailed to 13 Elm Street, Townsend MA 01431 Attn: Fire Prevention

Scheduling Inspections:

Please call to schedule inspections during business hours: 978-597-8150

Smoke and CO Detector Inspections – MGL 148 26F 26F 1/2:

If you are selling your home in Massachusetts you likely need an inspection and certificate to close.

Click here to learn more about Smoke and CO Detector Inspections

Comercial Inspections:

The Department conducts a variety of safety and compliance inspections in partnership with the Townsend Building Department.

Click here to learn more about Commercial Inspections

Oil Burner and Propane Tank Inspections:

Click here to learn more about other types of inspections:

Fire Prevention Officer:

Michael Grimley

mgrimley@townsendfire-ems.org

978-597-8150 Ext. 356

Open Air Burning Season is open from January 15th to May 1st

In order to burn brush you must obtain a open air burning permit. Permits can be obtained online.

Click here to go to the Burn Permit Page

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