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Auxiliary Radio Communication System Application

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Before you submit your application

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    Effective 5/11/2020, the NYC Fire Department will no longer accept new applications in paper form. For instructions on how to file online, please review the FDNY Business Support Help Page.

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      Be sure to select Auxiliary Radio Communication System Application Type on the FDNY Business website.

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        You will need to submit the following documents and plan examination fee to complete your application.
        • Completed TM-1 Application for Technology Management Plan Examination/Document Review
        • Copy of DOB PW-1 Application (if applicable)
        • A copy of Department of Buildings Certificate of Occupancy or approved Schedule A
        • Asbestos Abatement Compliance forms (ACP5/ACP7/ACP21), (if applicable based on building construction prior to April 1, 1987 as verified by the Certificate of Occupancy/Approved Schedule A)
        • Landmark Building/Flood Hazard Area compliances (if applicable, may be part of ARCS drawings)
        • “Agreement Allowing use of In-Building Auxiliary Radio Communication System on Fire Department Radio Frequencies” signed by the owner and notarized. (*Original copy to be mailed to Fire Department General Law Unit.)
        • ARCS drawings including a riser diagram, floor plans and a legend showing all ARC system critical components and design criteria, sealed and signed by the registered design professional.

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          Note: The list above are the minimum required documents. Any documentation (e.g. FD/DOB variance letters, Technology Management Mechanical Approvals etc.) may be requested by plan examiners as required by application specific conditions.

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            Steps to apply online:

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            Application Fees:
            • New Application Fees: $585 ($420 Plan Review fee and $165 Documentation processing fee)
            • Amendment Application Fees: $585 ($420 Plan Review fee and $165 Documentation processing fee) (For amendments to application filed prior to June 2, 2019 prior to the enactment of Local Law 195, the filing fee is $420)
            • Resubmission Fees: No fee required if submitted within 6 months of Letter of Deficiency. After 6 months, application will be considered abandoned, and may require a new filing fee.

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              Submit the completed application online with all supporting documents.

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                You must make payment on FDNY Business to submit your application. To make payments for additional invoiced fees after submission use one of the following methods:


                Online (preferred):
                Online (preferred) Payment can be made online at FDNY Business (credit, debit or e-check accepted)


                US Mail (check must contain FDNY Business Record ID):
                NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
                Bureau of Fire Prevention
                9 MetroTech Center, Attn: Cashier’s Unit (1st Floor)
                Brooklyn, NY 11201

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