A fire lane defined is a designated, unobstructed passageway sufficient in size and constructed in a manner to permit free passage of fire apparatus and other emergency equipment from a public highway to all necessary areas around or upon any private shopping center or around any office building, manufacturing building, hospital, convalescent home, school or public building in all seasons and in all kinds of weather. No person shall park or be permitted to stand a motor vehicle unattended by a licensed operator in any fire lane except when actually picking up or discharging passengers or actively engaged in loading or unloading a motor vehicle.

If you choose to park in a fire lane your vehicle may be towed away, and the registered owner given a ticket of up to $90.00 by the local police department.

So lets all play it safe! Please do not park in fire lanes as you may prevent emergency response personnel from being able to perform their jobs in a fast and efficient manner.

As always should you have any questions please feel free to contact the Simsbury Fire District's Fire Marshal's Office.