Alarm Permit Tax
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
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Question:
When is an alarm permit required?
Answer:
An alarm permit is required for any business or residence before the installation or activation of an alarm system.
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Question:
What is the fee for an alarm permit?
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The fee for an alarm permit is $10.00 prior to having a false alarm and $20.00 after a false alarm.
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Question:
Must alarm permits be renewed?
Answer:
Yes, alarm permits are renewable every two (2) years.
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Question:
What constitutes a false alarm?
Answer:
An alarm is considered a false alarm if the system is activated accidentally or unintentionally when there is no criminal offense or attempted criminal offense involved.
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Question:
Is there a limit as to the amount of false alarms you are allowed?
Answer:
Yes. You receive three (3) free false alarms per any given year. However, once you have had three false alarms then a full year with no false alarms must pass before you accrue three free false alarms again.
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Question:
Are there penalties for having more that the three free false alarms?
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Yes, the fees vary depending on the number of false alarms and the agency which responds to the false alarm.
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Question:
What happens if I move? Can I take my alarm permit with me?
Answer:
An alarm permit is not transferable from one location to another or from one owner to another. Once you move the permit becomes invalid and must be canceled. The new owner of the property must apply for their own alarm permit and if you have an alarm system at your new address then you must apply for a new permit.
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Question:
The county changed my address and street name, do I need to inform the Tax Collector's office?
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Yes, You must notify this office if your location address changes.
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Question:
Do I have to display the Alarm Permit?
Answer:
Yes, Alarm decals must be displayed on a front door or window.
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| For Information Call: (772)462-1650
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