Hardin County ESD #2

Fire Marshal's Office

Saving Lives Through Prevention

Protecting our community through fire prevention, education, code enforcement, inspections, plan review, and fire investigation.

District Fire Marshal Jimmy Blanchard
District Fire Marshal

Jimmy Blanchard

Hardin County Emergency Services District #2

As authorized by state law and under the direction of the Fire Marshal, the Hardin County ESD #2 Fire Marshal's Office is responsible for fire prevention, education, code enforcement, inspections, plan review, and investigation within HCESD #2.

The Fire Marshal's Office also assists local municipalities and partner agencies when requested.

Fire Prevention & Community Risk Reduction

What We Do

The Fire Marshal's Office works with residents, businesses, contractors, and public agencies to reduce fire risk and maintain a safe community.

Plan Review

Review of new construction, development, and tenant improvement plans for fire and life-safety compliance.

Fire Protection Systems

Permitting and inspection of fire alarms, sprinklers, kitchen hood systems, standpipes, and underground systems.

Fire Inspections

Fire and life-safety inspections for businesses, occupancies, construction projects, and permitted activities.

Fire Investigation

Investigation of fires and related incidents to determine origin, cause, and circumstances.

Operational Permits

Review and permitting for regulated operations, special events, and other activities requiring Fire Marshal approval.

Public Education

Fire prevention education and community risk reduction programs designed to improve public safety.

Online Services

Permits & Inspections

Permit applications, plan submittals, inspection requests, and permit management are available through the Hardin County ESD #2 online permit portal.

Construction Permits

Submit plans for new construction, site work, tenant improvements, and fire protection systems.

Operational Permits

Apply for operational permits and other regulated activities requiring Fire Marshal approval.

Request an Inspection

Schedule required inspections and manage active permits through the online system.

Permit Assistance

Fireworks Permit Process

Need to submit a fireworks permit application? Watch this short walkthrough for instructions on completing the online permit process.

Start Permit Application
Codes & Standards

Fire & Life-Safety Codes

Hardin County ESD #2 enforces the adopted fire and building codes applicable within the District. Additional NFPA standards and referenced codes may apply depending on the project, occupancy, or system.

2021 International Fire Code Primary adopted fire code.
2021 International Building Code Applies where referenced by the International Fire Code and adopted by the jurisdiction.
Referenced Standards Applicable NFPA standards and other referenced codes may also apply.
Outdoor Burning

Planning to Burn?

Review outdoor burning requirements, allowable materials, safety guidelines, local rules, and current resources before beginning an outdoor burn.

Questions for the Fire Marshal's Office?

For questions regarding permits, inspections, plan review, code requirements, or other Fire Marshal services, contact Hardin County ESD #2.

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