Food Truck Inspections

Beginning January 1, 2025, per Alabama state fire code, IFC 2021 319.10.3, the requirement for a pressure test on the LP gas system, including the fuel gas piping system, will be required as part of a food truck inspection.

The Code of Ordinances | Decatur, AL | Municode Library  governs food truck operations within city limits. This ordinance requires that vendors have an annual inspection before receiving a business license.

An inspection checklist is available for review. The following documentation is required at inspection:

  1. Morgan County Health Department permit
  2. Documentation of LP gas system inspection (if applicable)
  3. FMAA inspection number/documentation (if applicable)

Burn Permits

Permits are issued in accordance with ADEM guidelines .

To obtain a permit, visit your local fire station. The city has eight stations, each is listed below with its address and phone number.

Station 1 702 5th Ave SW (256) 341-4801
Station 2 841 Wilson St NW (256) 341-4802
Station 3 1602 16th Ave SE (256) 341-4803
Station 4 131 Nelms Rd NW (256) 341-4804
Station 5 2407 Danville Rd SW (256) 341-4805
Station 6 1402 Highway 67 SE (256) 341-4806
Station 7 3810 Spring Ave SW (256) 341-4807
Station 8 3701 Indian Hills Rd SE (256) 341-4808

For more information, contact any fire station of the Fire Marshal’s Office.

Fire and Life Safety Equipment Inspections

Decatur Fire & Rescue uses Compliance Engine to manage inspection reporting for fire and life safety equipment. The service provider uploads all inspection reports to The Compliance Engine .