Sec. 775.111. INSPECTION FOR FIRE HAZARDS. (a) In this section, "fire hazard" means any of the following conditions that endanger the safety of a structure or its occupants and promote or cause fire or combustion:
(1) the presence of a flammable substance;
(2) a dangerous or dilapidated wall, ceiling, or other structural element;
(3) improper lighting, heating, or other facilities;
(4) the presence of a dangerous chimney, flue, pipe, main, or stove, or of dangerous wiring; or
(5) dangerous storage.
(b) In the interest of safety and fire prevention, the fire marshal may inspect for fire hazards any structure, appurtenance, fixture, or real property located in the district and within 200 feet of a structure, appurtenance, or fixture. If the fire marshal determines the presence of a fire hazard, the fire marshal may order the owner or occupant of the premises to correct the hazardous situation.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 272, Sec. 5, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Structure Texas Statutes
Chapter 775 - Emergency Services Districts
Section 775.104. Conflict of Interest
Section 775.105. Administrative Support
Section 775.107. Transfer of Jurisdiction
Section 775.108. General Powers and Duties
Section 775.109. Investigations
Section 775.111. Inspection for Fire Hazards
Section 775.113. Additional Investigation Powers
Section 775.115. Cooperation With Other Fire Marshals
Section 775.117. Service of Process
Section 775.118. Criminal Penalty; Contempt of Fire Investigation
Section 775.119. Criminal Penalty; Failure to Comply With Order