Fire code
More information for fire departments and fire code officials about the Minnesota State Fire Code and Building Code.
Minnesota State Fire Code
How do I get a copy of the Minnesota State Fire Code?
The Minnesota State Fire Code was adopted on March 31, 2020. The new Minnesota code is based on the 2018 International Fire Code (IFC).
Supplemental Minnesota State Fire Code information
Minnesota Rule 7511 includes rules not published in the printed State Fire Code due to copyright laws. The 2020 Statement of Need and Reasonableness (SONAR) is also available online. Previous SONARs contain historical information you may find important and can be sent to you upon request.
How to request variances and appeal to fire code orders
A process to request a variance from fire code orders has been established to address unique situations relating the enforcement of the Minnesota State Fire Code. There are also provisions for requesting additional time to comply with fire code orders. Instructions for this process are provided:
When we write a corrective order, the amount of time available for compliance is based on this policy.
Questions? Contact Tony Clafton via email.
Contact us with questions
You can email us at fire.code@state.mn.us with questions. Code staff monitor this email address regularly and will respond to your question. During busier times, it may take up to a week before we are able to respond. If you don't hear back from us after one week, please let us know. Thanks for your patience.
Minnesota State Building Code
How do I get a copy of the Minnesota State Building Code?
You have free access to electronic editions of the Minnesota Building Code. The Minnesota Building Code and other Minnesota building code information can be purchased online here.