California Code of Regulations
Title 19 - Public Safety
Division 1 - State Fire Marshal
Chapter 1 - General Fire and Panic Safety Standards
Subchapter 1 - Administration
Article 2 - Alternate Means of Protection, and Appeals
Section 2.03 - Appeals

When a request for an alternate means of protection has been denied by the enforcing agency, the applicant may file a written appeal to the State Fire Marshal for consideration of the applicant's proposal. In considering such appeal the State Fire Marshal may seek the advice of the State Board of Fire Services. The State Fire Marshal shall, after considering all of the facts presented, including any recommendation of the State Board of Fire Services, determine if the proposal is, for the purpose intended, at least equivalent to that specified in these regulations in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire-resistance, durability, and safety, and he shall transmit such findings and his recommendation to the applicant and to the enforcing agency.

1. New section filed 2-7-75; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 75, No. 6).

Note: Authority cited: Sections 12081, 13108, 13143, 13143.6, 13211 and 18897.3, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 12000- 12401, 13100- 13146.5, 13210- 13216, 18897- 18897.7, Health and Safety Code.