Alarm Registration
The Oldham County Police Department has put together a list of frequently asked questions to assist you with any problems or questions you may have concerning your alarm permit. If you need further detailed information regarding the alarm ordinances, view the ordinance to the right. An application must be filled out and returned to obtain an alarm permit. Please use the below form to apply for your alarm permit, or fill out the form to the right & bring it by the OCPD office.
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How much is the new permit?
There is no fee for your alarm permit. How often do I have to renew? Alarm system permits shall be issued in the name of the person or entity in actual possession of the premise which the alarm system is designed to protect. When the possession of the premises at which an alarm system is maintained is transferred, the person obtaining possession of the property shall file an application for an alarm user permit within thirty (30) days of obtaining possession of the property. Alarm system permits are not transferable. I've never had an alarm permit. Who is required to get a permit? Anyone with an automatic fire or security alarm system in a home or business within Oldham County must have a permit. I have a fire alarm and security alarm. Do I have to get two permits? No. Only one alarm permit is required per address. I just moved into a new home/business with an existing alarm. Is the old permit still valid? No, permits do not transfer to new owners or new locations. When the possession of the premises at which an alarm system is maintained is transferred, the person obtaining possession of the property shall file an application for an alarm user permit within thirty (30) days of obtaining possession of the property. Alarm system permits are not transferable. What is the process for getting my new alarm permit? The permit shall be requested on an application form provided by the Oldham County Police Department. An alarm user has the duty to obtain an application. |