Massachusetts Fire Code

The current Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code is based on NFPA 1 - 2021 edition, with Massachusetts amendments.

Current State Fire Code

The current State Fire Code went into effect on December 9, 2022. To view the code free of charge:

• Visit the National Fire Protection Association's Codes and Standards page
• Select NFPA 1 and "Free Access"
• Select "2021 Fire Code" and click on "view"

The Board of Fire Prevention Regulations also adopted Massachusetts amendments to the code to address unique situations in the Commonwealth. To view the current 527 CMR 1.00 Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code Amendments, please see additional resources below.

Hard copies may be purchased through the Massachusetts State Bookstore.

Previous Versions of the State Fire Code

Code enforcement officials, architects, and engineers often to need to refer to previous versions of the State Fire Code that were in effect when a building was built or occupied.