FAQs • Bay City, MI • CivicEngage

How do I obtain a fire report?: If you are a tenant or the homeowner of a residence that has had a fire, you can obtain a copy of the fire report by calling Central Fire Station at 989-892-8601.
If you are not a tenant or the homeowner of a residence that has had a fire, you can obtain a copy of the fire report by completing a Freedom of Information Act Request (FOIA).
FIOA Blank Form

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Public Safety - Fire

1. How do I obtain a fire report?: If you are a tenant or the homeowner of a residence that has had a fire, you can obtain a copy of the fire report by calling Central Fire Station at 989-892-8601.
If you are not a tenant or the homeowner of a residence that has had a fire, you can obtain a copy of the fire report by completing a Freedom of Information Act Request (FOIA).
FIOA Blank Form

2. Can you have an open burn, recreational fire, and/or portable outdoor fireplace on your property?: The City of Bay City has adopted the 2009 Version of the International Fire Code concerning open burning. Sections 307 and 308 outline what is and what is not permitted. If you have further questions, you can call Central Fire Station at 989-892-8601. 2009 International Fire Code

3. Can you have an open burn, recreational fire, and/or portable outdoor fireplace on your property?: The City of Bay City has adopted the 2009 Version of the International Fire Code concerning open burning. Sections 307 and 308 outline what is and what is not permitted. Please click on this link https://codes.iccsafe.org/public/chapter/content/4731/. If you have further questions, you can call Central Fire Station at 989-892-8601.
2009 International Fire Code