13-25-14. Extension of time to apply.
If the school board or other governing agency finds it is difficult to comply with the requirements due to financial circumstances, application may be made to the State Fire Marshal for an extension of time in which to comply with this chapter. The request shall be made in writing, stating the reasons for such time extension. The State Fire Marshal shall investigate the request and shall grant a time extension if there is deemed a legitimate reason for delay.
Source: SL 1991, ch 139, §11; SL 2004, ch 17, §25.
Structure South Dakota Codified Laws
Chapter 25 - Fire Safety In School Buildings
Section 13-25-2 - Rules authorized to implement fire safety.
Section 13-25-3 - State Fire Marshal's power to inspect buildings.
Section 13-25-4 - Periodic inspection by State Fire Marshal--Conditions.
Section 13-25-5 - School building access for inspection--Aid and assistance by school officials.
Section 13-25-6 - Report of fire inspections--Distribution of copies.
Section 13-25-7 - Order to school board to eliminate hazardous conditions--Time allowed to comply.
Section 13-25-8.1 - Aggrieved schools' demand for hearing--Conduct of proceedings.
Section 13-25-9 - Authority to close or vacate school.
Section 13-25-10 - Evacuation drills.
Section 13-25-11 - Installation of automatic fire alarm equipment--Time requirements.
Section 13-25-12 - Fire alarm provisions--Exemption by state fire marshal.
Section 13-25-13 - Rules authorized for implementation of school fire alarm installations.
Section 13-25-14 - Extension of time to apply.
Section 13-25-15 - International codes as basis for new construction.