Alarm Permits

The Online Option is now available for new and registered alarm users.

Program Overview

False alarms cost the city and its citizens thousands of dollars per year and take police officers away from actual emergencies. To prevent unnecessary emergency responses to false alarms, in December 2006 the City of North Richland Hills adopted an alarm ordinance and program. The alarm ordinance establishes business and residential alarm code requirements. The ordinance requires business and residential alarm users to register their alarm system with the city by paying an annual permit fee.

Types of False Alarms

Negligently or accidentally activated signals
Signals resulting from mechanical or electronic failure, malfunction, improper installation, improper adjustment or improper maintenance
Signals that are purposely activated in non-emergency situations

Common Causes of False Alarms

Weak system batteries
Wandering pets
Open, unlocked or loose fitting doors and windows
Cleaning crews
Employees of family members untrained on the operation of an alarm system

Alarm Fees

Permit Fees

Business: $50 initial permit, $25 annual renewal
Resident: $20 initial permit, $10 annual renewal
Senior (65 or older): $10 initial permit, $10 annual renewal

False Alarm Fees

First through third: no fee
Fourth and fifth: $50 each
Sixth and seventh: $75 each
Eighth and beyond: $100 each

False Robbery Alarms Fees

First: no fee
Second and third: $100 each
Fourth and beyond: $200 each

Non-Permitted Alarm System

All alarm systems must be registered.
Any person operating a non-permitted
alarm system will be subject to a
$100 fine.

Payment Options

Online via credit card
Mail in check or money order
In person (4301 City Point Drive)

Note: Payments are not accepted via phone.

We're going green!

NEW "OPT-IN" FEATURE

With the full implementation of the in-house False Alarm Reduction and Administration Program, we would like to offer our residents the opportunity to opt-in to email notification for all alarm permit services. This will include notification of burglar activation, invoices, and other correspondence related to the accounts. To opt-in, please send an email providing the following information: 1) the alarm permit number and/or address, 2) two contact phone numbers, and 3) preferred email address to receive notifications.

If you need additional training on the operation of your alarm system or an alarm maintenance check, please contact your specific alarm installation company directly.