Creative Flame: "they've never had anything like us here, so we are under the same things as open candles in public assemblage area..."

here's what they got:

Excerpt from 2004 International Fire Code, NC

Section 105.6.32 OPEN FLAMES and CANDLES

105.6.32.1 Optional Permit: An operational permit may be required to remove paint with a torch, or to use a torch or open flame device in a hazardous fire area

105.6.32.2 Optional Permit: An operational permit may be required to use open flames or candles in connection with assembly areas, dining areas of restaurants or drinking establishments.

PERMIT FEE: New Hanover County Fire Services ~ $35.00 per occurrence.

Also:

Section 105.6.36 PYROTECHNIC SPECIAL EFFECTS MATERIAL

Mandatory permit: An operational permit is required for the use and handling of pyrotechnic special effects material.