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Fire Department Rules
The Fire Department adopts rules to implement the New York City Fire Code. These rules have the force of law and are compiled in Title 3 of the Rules of the City of New York.
Before FDNY adopts a rule, the proposed rule is published on NYC Rules. The public may submit comments and participate in a public hearing. Adopted rules are also published on NYC Rules and generally take effect 30 days after publication.
- Download the Fire Department Rules (PDF) (published July 1, 2026)
Adopted Rules
2026
- 3 RCNY § 8400-02: Schedule of Charges for Fire Department Ambulance Treatment and Transport Service
Took effect July 1, 2026.
2023
- Miscellaneous Rule Amendments
Aligns Fire Department rules with the 2022 Fire Code and Building Code, streamlines provisions and reduces certain first-time penalties. Took effect October 30, 2023. - Amendments to 3 RCNY §§ 104-02, 104-04 and 105-01: Certification for and Approval of Fire Alarm System Installations
Addresses professional certification, corrected defects and approval of fire alarm system installations. Took effect May 1, 2023. - 3 RCNY § 4900-02: Schedule of Charges for Fire Department Ambulance Treatment and Transport Services
Took effect May 1, 2023.
2022
- 3 RCNY § 109-02: Consolidation of Administrative Code Provisions for Enforcement Purposes (PDF)
Took effect April 21, 2022.
2020
- 3 RCNY § 4900-02: Schedule of Charges for Fire Department Ambulance Treatment and Transport Services
Took effect January 1, 2021. - 3 RCNY § 401-06: Fire and Emergency Preparedness Guide, Checklist and Notices
Took effect January 1, 2021. - 3 RCNY § 104-04: Certification of Corrected Defects in Fire Alarm System Installations (PDF)
Took effect December 1, 2020. - 3 RCNY § 310-03: Non-Tobacco Hookah Establishments (PDF)
Took effect July 1, 2020.
2019
- 3 RCNY § 401-06: Fire and Emergency Preparedness Guide, Checklist and Notices (PDF)
Took effect November 15, 2019.
Related materials, including the apartment building guide, building information form, fire safety notices, checklist, Close the Door Notice, annual bulletins and fire safety tips, are available on the Fire Code Help and Reference page. - 3 RCNY § 608-01: Outdoor Stationary Storage Battery Systems (PDF)
Took effect October 1, 2019. - 3 RCNY § 4601-01: New and Amended Fees (PDF)
Took effect June 1, 2019. - Repeal of Outdated BSA Rules and Reorganization of Building Design Rules (PDF)
Took effect May 5, 2019. - 3 RCNY § 401-07: Fire and Non-Fire Emergency Drills (PDF)
Took effect January 1, 2019.
2018
- 3 RCNY § 408-02: Residential Fire Safety Guides and Notices
Repealed effective October 1, 2018. It was superseded by 3 RCNY § 401-06: Fire and Emergency Preparedness Guide, Checklist and Notices (PDF). See the 2019 amendments above.
Related materials, including the apartment building guide, building information form, fire safety notices, checklist, Close the Door Notice, annual bulletins and fire safety tips, are available on the Fire Code Help and Reference page. - 3 RCNY § 115-02: Issuance of Proof of Compliance to Company Certificate Holders (PDF)
Took effect June 1, 2018.
Proposed Rules
Fire Department rules are proposed and adopted in accordance with the Citywide Administrative Procedure Act, Chapter 45 of the New York City Charter. A proposed rule is a rule that is currently under consideration. The public is encouraged to review and comment on proposed rules.
By law, proposed rules must be published on NYC Rules. Current proposed Fire Department rules will also be listed below.
There are no proposed Fire Department rules at this time. Please check back for updates.
Questions and Feedback
Have a question or want to provide feedback? Public comments on proposed rules may be submitted through NYC Rules or directly to the Fire Department using the Code and Rules Public Feedback Form.
The form can also be used to ask a question about the New York City Fire Code or Fire Department rules, propose a code or rule change, or request notifications about future code and rule proceedings.