Alarm Systems

Keeping our community safe starts with you!

If you have an alarm system, make sure it’s registered with an alarm permit through the PM AM Corporation False Alarm Tracking System. See the press release below.

Alarm permit fees will be collected annually starting October 1, 2025. Alarm permit renewals and payments can be made easily online through the portal below. Here you’ll find everything you need to apply, renew, or update your permit - helping first responders get to you faster and avoiding unnecessary fines.

For Customer Service Call: 1-866-552-9032 

Paper copies of the form can be obtained through the portal below. 

  1. Press Release
  2. Frequently Asked Questions

City of Bellaire Launches New False Alarm Tracking System and Fee Structure

Bellaire, TX — The City of Bellaire is launching a new PMAM False Alarm Tracking System to improve public safety response and reduce the number of false alarms that divert emergency resources.

Beginning this month, October 2025, the system will track false alarm activations from alarm systems across the city and apply a structured fee schedule for excessive false alarms. The goal is to encourage responsible alarm use while ensuring that police and fire personnel are available for true emergencies.

“False alarms place a significant burden on public safety resources,” said Bellaire Police Chief Onesimo Lopez. “This system allows us to better manage those calls, improve response times, and promote accountability among alarm users.”

Key Features of the Program:

  • Online Registration: All residential and commercial alarm users should register their systems through the PMAM portal.
  • Tracking & Notifications: The system will track alarm activations and notify users of false alarms.
  • Fee Structure: A tiered fee structure will apply after three false alarms within a 12-month period.  

New Annual Alarm Permit Requirement

Also beginning this month, the City is introducing an annual alarm permit and asking for your voluntary compliance. This small fee helps cover the cost of emergency personnel responding to false alarms.

  • If you have already purchased a permit within the past year, call PMAM at 1-866-552-9032 to avoid being charged again.
  • If your permit is over a year old, please renew or re-register through the portal. Have your permit number ready when you do.

Residents and businesses can register their alarm systems and learn more about the program at: Alarm Permit Portal

For questions or assistance, please contact:
PM AM Corporation False Alarm Management – Customer Service
📞 1-866-552-9032 
🌐 bellairetx.gov/alarms