The City of Sandy alarm ordinance was enacted to help reduce the number of false alarms that the Sandy Police Department receives. Currently, over 98% of all burglary and robbery alarms prove false. Patrol units are dispatched to all alarms. The hours and resources used during responses to unfounded false alarms is a burden on resources.

Alarm Registration Fees

• Residential: $20
• Residential with primary resident 65 or older: No charge*
• Business: $50
• Government Buildings: No charge

*A primary resident age 65 years or older is exempt from the permit fee. They are, however, still required to have a permit on file at the Sandy Police Department.

The ordinance provides for an additional penalty fee of $75 if the alarm user fails to obtain a permit with the Sandy Police Department within 30 days after the installation of an alarm system.

Permit Term

The alarm permit is valid for a 12-month period beginning on the date of issuance as stated on the permit.