What does the false alarm ordinance requires residents to do?

If you have a burglary or robbery alarm installed or are planning on getting one installed then you must fill out an Alarm Permit Application with the City of El Monte.


Fees

There is an application fee of $25 that must be turned in as well. The Alarm Permit expires December 31st of every year and must be renewed. The renewal fee is $25. 


Inspections

The alarm system must be inspected before renewal by a licensed technician usually supplied by the alarm company which installed the alarm.

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1. What is the false alarm ordinance?
2. What is a false alarm?
3. What does the false alarm ordinance requires residents to do?
4. Are there fee exemptions in the alarm ordinance?
5. What are common causes of false alarms?
6. Are there fines for false alarms?