Deadline approaching for city alarm permits

Maricopa residents just have a few more days to get an alarm system permit before the city begins enforcing the ordinance on April 1.

Per city code, all residences and businesses with alarm systems must have a permit, which costs $10 annually (see related story). City alarm coordinator Rebecca Molus said she’s received more than 100 applications since the city started collecting them on Jan. 20.

“Some of the alarm companies are being proactive and letting their customers know, which is great,” she said.

The permit allows for three false burglary alarms and one false panic alarm within a 12-month period without penalty. Applications are available at the interim City Hall or online at the city’s Web site. Checks should be made out to “City of Maricopa” and mailed with the completed application to the address listed on the top of the form or dropped off at City Hall.

In the past, Pinal County was responsible for alarm permits in Maricopa, but in January 2008, the county stopped issuing permits within the city. However, county alarm coordinator Lori Schaum said homes and businesses located outside of city limits with alarm systems are still required to obtain a permit through the county, which also carries a $10 annual fee.

For more information on the Maricopa alarm ordinance, contact Molus at 520-316-6893 or [email protected].

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