Enforce applicable codes to assure the health and safety of
Town residents and visitors
To serve as a source of of fire prevention and public
safety materials and to provide education programs for
organizations upon request.
Protect business interests through the use of public
education and the fair and consistent enforcement of
fire prevention and building codes.
To maintain records of existing buildings and businesses
(excluding on and two family dwellings and exempt
agricultural buildings) for compliance including fire
safety and other related issues.
To issue permits in accordance with requirements of the
Fire Code of NYS and the Code of the Town of Riverhead
(Public Assembly, Hazmat Storage, Hazmat Use, etc.)
To enforce codes regarding commercial buildings and
property that are in disrepair and not properly maintained
secure and to pursue enforcement actions (Chapter 54)
at the direction of the Town Board.
To assist in Town safety policies related to fire safety
and other safety related programs.
To provide professional and technical support to the
Volunteer Fire Departments in the Town of Riverhead through
fire prevention programs, the review of site plans,
building plans and inspections of new and existing commercial
buildings, complete and accurate fire investigations,
and provide hazardous material technical assistance.
To continue to jointly work with Suffolk County and
neighboring townships to address the problem of juvenile firesetters.
