Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-8-35
Fire department connection (Rochester Housing Code)
Operative Text
Where the fire department connection is not visible to approaching fire apparatus, the fire department connection shall be indicated by an approved sign mounted on the street front or on the side of the building. Such sign shall have the letters "FDC" not less than six inches (152 mm) high and words in letters not less than two inches (51 mm) high or an arrow to indicate the location. Such signs shall be subject to the approval of the fire code official.
Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7-8-35 requires that any fire department connection (FDC) not directly visible from the street must be marked with an approved sign on the building's street-facing or side exterior. The sign must display the letters 'FDC' at least six inches tall, with accompanying words at least two inches tall or an arrow pointing to the connection's location. All such signage must receive approval from the fire code official before it is considered compliant.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7-8-35, property owners and managers are generally expected to assess whether their fire department connection is visible from the street and, if it is not, to install a properly sized and worded sign on the building exterior. Compliant operators typically ensure the 'FDC' lettering meets the six-inch minimum height requirement and that directional text or arrows meet the two-inch minimum, then submit the signage for review and approval by the fire code official. Keeping documentation of that approval on file is a common practice among operators who want to demonstrate ongoing compliance during inspections.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7-8-35 is a fire-safety provision that affects the building as a whole, and tenants have an interest in knowing that proper FDC signage is in place since it can affect emergency response times. If a tenant believes the required signage is missing or inadequate, they may consider reporting the concern to the local fire code official or the city's code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing advocacy groups can help residents understand how building safety code concerns like those under § 7-8-35 can be raised with the appropriate authorities.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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