The bill defines an electronic fence detection system, which is a
security system that is used in conjunction with a fence. An electronic fence detection system includes a detector that, when contacted, causes an alarm system to transmit a signal to the property owner, a monitoring company authorized by the property owner, or law enforcement.
The bill allows a local government to impose installation or
operational requirements for an electronic fence detection system that are consistent with the installation or operational requirements generally required for other alarm systems. In addition, the bill allows a local government to require a permit for the installation or use of an electronic fence detection system that is not in addition to any permit generally required for the installation or use of any other alarm system. Lastly, the bill allows a local government to inspect an electronic fence detection system.
