§ 6-103. Smoke detection system false alarms.

(a)

The chief of the fire department or the chief's authorized designee is authorized to charge a reasonable fee, in accordance with M.G.L. c. 40, § 22F, which shall be assessed to owners of property and/or persons in possession of property equipped with electronic or battery-operated signal systems which detect smoke or fire who cause or allow such systems to broadcast false alarms due to negligence or failure to properly maintain such equipment. A copy of the current fee schedule shall be placed on file in the city clerk's office by the chief of the fire department. Such fee schedule shall be open for public inspection at the office of the city clerk during the regular business hours of city hall.

(b)

Where an alarm system includes an annunciator and a full-service panel, whether or not connected to the municipal telegraphic system, the chief of the fire department may require the posting of a paid fire watch for as long as the chief shall deem necessary, or until the alarm system has been repaired and tested satisfactorily.

(Code 1994, § 7-58)