Who issues permits before alarm system installation in Illinois?

• A. Local building or fire department authorities
• B. State Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
• C. Federal agencies
• D. The private alarm licensing board

Answer: (A)

Getting permits for alarm installations is a local requirement. Local building or fire department authorities review the proposed installation and issue the permit to ensure it complies with local building and fire codes and to arrange inspections. The state licensing body handles the contractor’s license, but not the installation permit, and federal agencies do not issue these local permits. So, the permit comes from the local authorities, not from the state agency or a private board.