Subsidies for part of the purchase
and installation of residential fire alarms

The law will require installation of fire alarms in residential houses as of April 1st 2010. If you haven't done so yet, please install residential fire alarms using this subsidy from the city.

Subsidy information

Eligibility

Residents registered as living in Minato City who purchase and install residential fire alarms in their homes. Each residence can only apply for subsidy funding once.

Subsidy amount

Half of the money required for the purchase and installation of fire alarms will be subsidized with a ceiling of 10,000 yen.

To apply

. Required documentation
1. Application
2. Master copy of receipt
*Please make sure that receipts for the purchase and installation contain a specific description of the good or service, such as installation work.

. Where to apply
At the Activities Promotion Subsection of any regional city offi ce or the Life Safety Subsection, Disaster Prevention Section on the 5th fl oor of the city hall.
*Application forms and pamphlets are available from the Activities Promotion Subsection of any regional city office or at the Life Safety Section, Disaster Prevention Section on the 5th floor of Minato City Hall. The application can also be downloaded from the Minato City Website.

Note

The living quarters of individual residents/households are eligible for aid. Fire alarms purchased and installed by home management associations, building managers, owners or those in similar positions are not eligible for aid.
Offices and business are not eligible for this program.

What is a residential fire alarm?

It is an active fire protection system that detects smoke or heat and warns the occupants with an alarm or computer voice. A "smoke detector" device that provides earlier detection of fire is generally installed on the ceiling in the living room or stairway. In order to avoid false alarms, a "heat detector" device is ideally installed in the kitchen or other locations where non-fire related smoke may be detectable.

Where to purchase fire alarms

Fire alarms can be purchased at hardware stores, home electronics shops and stores that handle disaster prevention goods. For more detailed information, visit the Tokyo Fire Department Website

Device installation

Residential fire alarms are typically easy to install using screws or hooks to attach them to home walls or ceilings. There are also shops and companies that will install the devices for you. If you find the installation difficult, please inquire about installation options at the point of purchase.
Where should they be installed?
Fire alarms should be installed in all rooms, kitchens and stairways, but those installed in bathrooms, toilets, restrooms and closets are not subject to reimbursement.