Kitchen Hood Cleaning in Santa Monica, CA
0 licensed providers · NFPA 10 compliant · Updated March 2026
Santa Monica enforces NFPA 10 with local amendments that go beyond the CA state code. These jurisdiction-specific changes to SMMC §8.40.020(f) amends CFC §906.1 to expand portable fire extinguisher requirements to additional occupancy groups including R-1, R-2, R-2.1, R-2.2, R-3.1, R-4, large and small family day-care homes, and within 30 feet of domestic cooking equipment in Group I-2 occupancies directly affect kitchen hood cleaning requirements for building owners and property managers in Santa Monica.
Who Is Your AHJ for Kitchen Hood Cleaning in Santa Monica?
The Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for kitchen hood cleaning in Santa Monica is the Santa Monica Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division. The AHJ reviews inspection reports, issues violations, and has final authority over fire code interpretation in Santa Monica.
Your Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
- Authority Having Jurisdiction
- Santa Monica Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division
- Fire Marshal
- Joe Cavin
- Phone
- (310) 458-8915
- Third-Party Reporting Portal
- TCE
- Portal URL
- https://www.thecomplianceengine.com
- Portal Fee Range
- $20 per system per report submission
- Portal Notes
- Required for all fire protection ITM reports per SMMC §8.40.020(b). Contractors must electronically submit all compliant and non-compliant reports to SMFD via a Fire Marshal-approved method. Accepted report types: fire sprinkler, fire alarm, standpipe, fire pump, fire extinguisher, kitchen hood suppression.
What Code Does Santa Monica Enforce?
Santa Monica enforces NFPA 10 (2018 edition) through the California Fire Code 2022 (Title 24, Part 9) adopts IFC 2021 with California amendments; Chapter 80 references NFPA 10 (2018 edition). Title 19 CCR, Division 1, Chapter 3 (§§567–596.1) provides additional California-specific fire extinguisher servicing regulations under the State Fire Marshal (based on the IFC 2021 §906.2 and Table 901.6.1 reference NFPA 10 (2018 edition) for portable fire extinguisher selection, installation, inspection, and maintenance with California Title 19 Chapter 3 independently codifies fire extinguisher ITM requirements rather than adopting NFPA 10 by direct reference. Monthly inspections are required per §574.1 and may be performed by a trained building occupant or owner. All servicing — maintenance, recharging, and hydrostatic testing — must be performed by a concern licensed by the State Fire Marshal per §575. Service tags and internal maintenance tags must follow California-specific formats per Article 9.).
Penalties for Non-Compliance
| Frequency | Severity | Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| quarterly | high | $125–$1,000 fine per CFC 901.6 and SMMC §1.09.040; business closure order per CFC §110.2 if system inoperable. Compliance order daily penalty of $1,000–$2,500 (Level C) per SMMC §1.10.110. |
| semi annual | high | $125–$1,000 fine per CFC 901.6, CFC 904.12.5, and SMMC §1.09.040; potential business closure order per CFC §110.2. Criminal misdemeanor for continued noncompliance. |
| semi annual | high | $125–$1,000 fine per CFC 901.6 and SMMC §1.09.040. |
| annual | medium | $125–$500 fine per SMMC §1.09.040. |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is kitchen hood cleaning required in Santa Monica?
Santa Monica requires kitchen hood cleaning four times per year per NFPA 96 Table 11.4 (cleaning frequency schedule); CFC §607; SMMC §8.40.010. The deadline type is rolling, with a deadline of 3 months from last cleaning.
Who is the AHJ for kitchen hood cleaning in Santa Monica?
The Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for kitchen hood cleaning in Santa Monica is the Santa Monica Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division. The AHJ reviews inspection reports, issues violations, and has final authority over code interpretation. Contact the fire marshal, Joe Cavin, for questions.
What happens if I miss a kitchen hood cleaning deadline in Santa Monica?
Missing a kitchen hood cleaning deadline in Santa Monica can result in $125–$1,000 fine per CFC 901.6 and SMMC §1.09.040; business closure order per CFC §110.2 if system inoperable. Compliance order daily penalty of $1,000–$2,500 (Level C) per SMMC §1.10.110. The penalty severity is classified as high.
Does Santa Monica use a third-party reporting system?
Yes, Santa Monica uses TCE for filing inspection reports. Filing fees range from $20 per system per report submission. Submit reports at https://www.thecomplianceengine.com.
What edition of NFPA 10 does Santa Monica enforce?
Santa Monica enforces the 2018 edition of NFPA 10. The current published edition is 2022. Adopted through California Fire Code 2022 (Title 24, Part 9) adopts IFC 2021 with California amendments; Chapter 80 references NFPA 10 (2018 edition). Title 19 CCR, Division 1, Chapter 3 (§§567–596.1) provides additional California-specific fire extinguisher servicing regulations under the State Fire Marshal.
Data current as of March 2026