Fire Department Services

Fire Prevention Inspections & Fire Department Fees

The Fire Department has a fire safety inspection program to help reduce the risk of fire within the business community in Scio Township. The goal of the program is to identify areas within township businesses where there may be an increased risk of loss from fire, and to help correct those issues. The main component of this program involves having our Assistant Chief / Fire Marshal, Brandon Sears, perform a fire inspection of each commercial building and the businesses within. Prior to, or during, the inspection businesses will be asked to complete a new hazardous chemical survey and update their business contact information.

Most businesses will be inspected every three years. Participation in the program is mandatory.

As provided for in the Scio Township Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2 Article V, the fee schedules are as follows:

Fire Safety Inspection Fees

1st fire safety inspection of commercial occupancy (there is no fee for a follow-up, or 2nd inspection, should one be necessary):	$0.022 / square foot
3^rd reinspection (due to unresolved violations):	$50
4^th reinspection (due to unresolved violations):	$100
5^th reinspection (due to unresolved violations):	$200
6^th reinspection (due to unresolved violations):	$400
7^th reinspection (due to unresolved violations):	$1,000

Other Fire Service Related Fees

Site plan review:	$125
Private road review:	$125
Standpipe system review:	$200
Temporary structure inspection:	$50

*Fees may be waived for good cause.

Fire Investigations

The Fire Department has a team of fire investigators who work to determine the origin and cause of fires that occur in Scio Township. Determining how fires start in Scio Township can help to focus prevention efforts on the areas that can have the greatest impact on reducing losses from fires.

Station Tours

The Fire Department is open for in-person tours! Drop-ins are welcome, or you may call the station at (734) 665-6001 to schedule a visit.

Reflective Signs

The Fire Department has available green address signs at a cost of $20.00. These green signs are highly reflective and are visible from quite a distance at night or during times of reduced visibility. These signs can help us quickly locate your home or place of business. They are easily mounted to your mail box post, so please help us help you by stopping by to pick one up.

Annual Halloween Party

Every Halloween your firefighters sponsor a Halloween Party for Scio’s residents. Typically, more than 500 individuals and families stop by to see the fire trucks, enjoy entertainment and meet the on-duty firefighters.

Child Safety Seat Inspections

Scio Township Fire Department hosts Mott Children's Hospitals car seat inspectors at our station for clinics throughout the year. To find a car seat inspection clinic or to schedule an appointment click here.

Disposal of Old or Expired Fire Extinguishers

Most old fire extinguishers can be disposed of by emptying the contents and disposing with regular trash pickup. Some very old fire extinguishers may contain hazardous chemicals, and may have special disposal requirements. You can contact the fire department if you are unsure what chemicals are in your old fire extinguisher or how to dispose of it.

Disposal of Hazardous Materials/Waste

Washtenaw County holds regular hazardous waste collections. Information may be found here.

Disposal of Unwanted/Unneeded Medications

The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Department Department has a "Red Barrel" disposal site at the substation located at 1055 N Zeeb Rd. Unused medications can be disposed at this location. More information may be found here.

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