KNOX-BOX® Installation Requirements:Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or due to physical barriers (such as gates, fences, bollards, and the like) and in all commercial, industrial, or institutional structures in which fire protection systems, or elevators are installed an approved key box shall provide a Fire Department providing the proper keys to gain access to a structure, property, or elevator. The key box shall be visible from the access road fronting property, located within 10 ft from the primary Fire Department access into a building or project as approved by the Fire Department. It shall be installed at not less than 4 feet and no more than 6 feet above the finished grade.
Exception: The provisions of this section shall not apply to the following buildings and structures:
1. Building is less than 1000 Ft and where immediate access is not necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes.
For more information and details, please refer to the KNOX-BOX® Information Letter below.
KNOX® ONLINE OrderingKnox® products can now be ordered online. Conventional paper forms will continue to be available for businesses that do not wish, or are unable to order online. However, a Fire Department signature is no longer required. To order online, go to www.knoxbox.com and perform the following steps:
Step 1Go to the left side of the page to the product menu and menu titled “To place an order, select from the following menu" and select the product you wish to purchase. The most commonly ordered box is the Knox® Box 3200 series, which holds up to ten (10) keys. However all larger facilities (e.g., schools, apartments, hospitals, etc.) are required to install either the 4100 (24 Keys) or a 4400 (50 Keys) Series. Facilities with Elevators are required to install the Knox® Elevator/Lobby Box housing 2 elevator keys and up to 30 override keys.
Step 2On the next screen, enter "78642" in the “Department zip code ” box and press "Search Departments".
Step 3Click the circle next to "Williamson Co ESD #4/Liberty Hill FD
Step 4When the next page appears, Verify “Williamson Co ESD #4/Liberty Hill FD” is the department listed on top; click the "Proceed with Pre-Authorization Order" button at the bottom of the page.
Step 5Click on the options that you desire. The most commonly ordered options are:
Step 6Select the appropriate product and click “ADD TO CART”
Step 7Next page requires you enter your business name and address. When complete click “Save Address”
Step 8If you have not yet setup an online account with Knox®, you will be asked to do so at this time. Once the submission is complete, you will receive an email confirming receipt of your request. (If you do not receive this email within 5 minutes of submission, contact Knox® Customer Service 800-552-5669)
Step 9Once Leander Fire Department has approved your submission, you will receive another email with an approved shopping cart link. Click the link (or cut and paste in our search engine) and follow the online instructions to complete your purchase.
**You order is not final until you complete this last step.
**You may contact the Knox Company at 800-552-5669 with any questions.
Exception: The provisions of this section shall not apply to the following buildings and structures:
1. Building is less than 1000 Ft and where immediate access is not necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes.
For more information and details, please refer to the KNOX-BOX® Information Letter below.
KNOX® ONLINE OrderingKnox® products can now be ordered online. Conventional paper forms will continue to be available for businesses that do not wish, or are unable to order online. However, a Fire Department signature is no longer required. To order online, go to www.knoxbox.com and perform the following steps:
Step 1Go to the left side of the page to the product menu and menu titled “To place an order, select from the following menu" and select the product you wish to purchase. The most commonly ordered box is the Knox® Box 3200 series, which holds up to ten (10) keys. However all larger facilities (e.g., schools, apartments, hospitals, etc.) are required to install either the 4100 (24 Keys) or a 4400 (50 Keys) Series. Facilities with Elevators are required to install the Knox® Elevator/Lobby Box housing 2 elevator keys and up to 30 override keys.
Step 2On the next screen, enter "78642" in the “Department zip code ” box and press "Search Departments".
Step 3Click the circle next to "Williamson Co ESD #4/Liberty Hill FD
Step 4When the next page appears, Verify “Williamson Co ESD #4/Liberty Hill FD” is the department listed on top; click the "Proceed with Pre-Authorization Order" button at the bottom of the page.
Step 5Click on the options that you desire. The most commonly ordered options are:
- Color: Your Choice
- Door Type: Hinged Door
- Mounting: *Surface or Recessed Mount
- Tamper Switch: No Tamper Switch Required
Step 6Select the appropriate product and click “ADD TO CART”
Step 7Next page requires you enter your business name and address. When complete click “Save Address”
Step 8If you have not yet setup an online account with Knox®, you will be asked to do so at this time. Once the submission is complete, you will receive an email confirming receipt of your request. (If you do not receive this email within 5 minutes of submission, contact Knox® Customer Service 800-552-5669)
Step 9Once Leander Fire Department has approved your submission, you will receive another email with an approved shopping cart link. Click the link (or cut and paste in our search engine) and follow the online instructions to complete your purchase.
**You order is not final until you complete this last step.
**You may contact the Knox Company at 800-552-5669 with any questions.