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Humble, TX 77396
phone: 281-436-8000
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Gated and Non-Gated Facilities
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Examples
Fee Schedule
Inspection Application
Gated Facilities
Step 1
Review the instruction packet. Also refer to
examples
and the information on non-gated faclities below. For your convenience, an example letter in
MS Word
and
.pdf
formats have been provided.
Step 2
Request and obtain an inspection application and required Knox Box order form from the HCFMO.
Step 3
Consider consulting an access gate company before ordering any KNOX device. Order and include payment for the appropriate number and type of device(s) from the KNOX company directly.
Step 4
Prominently display the required building identification signs.
Step 5
Upon receipt of the devices from KNOX, about 2-3- weeks following the received order, install all the devices.
Step 6
Prepare and compile the required documents itemized in Section 4 of the instruction packet. Provide it to the inspector on the date the inspection is conducted. Failure to do so will result in inspection disapproval and necessitate a second inspection and fee.
Step 7
Call your local Volunteer Fire Department to schedule a visit. Fire personnel will make arrangements to secure-lock your KNOX devices and padlocks.
Step 8
Return the completed inspection application with the required fee.
Step 9
Upon receiving the application, an HCFMO inspector will call within 15 working days to schedule an inspection date.
Step 10
On date of the inspection, provide the required documentation to the HCFMO inspector. The inspector will drive and walk the property to ensure proper building signage. Upon completion, an approval or disapproval letter (stating any corrective action necessary) will be mailed within 2-3 working days.
Non-gated Facilities
Step 1
Review the instruction packet. Also refer to
examples
below and the information on gated faclities above. Please disregard the sections referring to access gates and KNOX devices as your property is not gated. Driveway entrance width requirements will, however, apply to your location.
Step 2
Request and obtain an inspection application from the HCFMO.
Step 3
Prominently display the required building identification signs.
Step 4
Prepare and compile the required documents itemized in Section 4 of the instruction packet. Provide it to the inspector on the date the inspection is conducted. Failure to do so will result in inspection disapproval and necessitate a second inspection and fee. Again, please disregard the required documents regarding access gates and placement of locks only.
Step 5
Return the completed inspection application with the required fee.
Step 6
Upon receiving the application, an HCFMO inspector will call within 15 working days to schedule an inspection date.
Step 7
On date of the inspection, provide the required documentation to the HCFMO inspector. The inspector will drive and walk the property to ensure proper building signage. Upon completion, an approval or disapproval letter (stating any corrective action necessary) will be mailed within 2-3 working days.
Examples (click to enlarge)
Emergency Access Activation Points and Locks
Acceptable Gate Widths
ACCEPTABLE & UNACCEPTABLE Distances of Gate To Roadway
Gated Subdivision Inspection Request Letter
Gate Drawings
Example Drawing 1
Example Drawing 2
Example Drawing 3
Example Drawing 4
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