July 10, 2024 – Pasadena citizens and business owners who have an alarm system installed in their residences or places of business need an alarm permit. The permit is valid for one year and is prorated based on the date of application.
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There is no charge for the first false alarm within a 12-month billing cycle, which runs from January 1st to December 31st; however, if an activation occurs and it is determined that a permit does not exist for the specific location, a permit fee will be assessed, as well as a penalty fee for operation of an alarm system without a permit. The penalty fee will not be waived. Second and subsequent false alarm fees are assessed as indicated below.
Alarm Fees Effective July 1, 2024
- Permit for Operation of an Alarm System – $37.27
- Operation of Alarm System without Permit – $155.00
- Second and Subsequent False Alarm Fee – $171.00
(Within a 12-month period beginning each January 1st)
