Fire Marshal Services & Fire Prevention

Columbia River Fire & Rescue's Fire Marshal’s Office oversees the enforcement of fire codes, new construction review, fire investigations, and public education activities designed to reduce hazard and risks throughout the community.

New Construction & Development Plan Review

CRF&R works in conjunction with the local jurisdictions we serve to review new construction projects for compliance with fire and life safety requirements
For questions about new construction requirements, please contact us 503-397-2990
Click here for Columbia County access roads and fire apparatus driveway standards

Fire & Arson Investigation

CRF&R investigates every fire that occurs within our District. By understanding what causes fires, we learn how to better prevent them and assist in prosecution of those who threaten our community by intentionally setting fires
To obtain a copy of a specific fire report, contact us 503-397-2990

Click above for driveway inspection forms

Business Inspections and Code Enforcement

CRF&R investigates every fire that occurs within our District. By understanding what causes fires, we learn how to better prevent them and assist in prosecution of those who threaten our community by intentionally setting fires
To obtain a copy of a specific fire report, contact us 503-397-2990

Knox Box Ordering

CRF&R works cooperatively with the Knox Company for our emergency key access. If required to provide a Knox box or lock for a newly built structure, or as a result of a fire inspection, click here for instructions on placing your order
Please note: Knox boxes are mailed to you WITHOUT the key core. Contact CRF&R at 503-397-2990 when the box has been installed. We will schedule a time with you to install the key core and secure the box

Contact Information:

You can email our Fire Chief - Eric Smythe at smythee@crfr.com to send completed paperwork or call 503-397-2990 f0r questions.