Ala. Code § 34-33A-9

If a certified fire alarm contractor desires to do business in any part of the state, he or she shall deliver to the local building official a copy of his or her State Fire Marshal’s permit. The local building official shall require a copy of the State Fire Marshal’s permit before issuing a license or building permit. The certified fire alarm contractor shall pay any fees normally imposed for local licenses or permits. The local official may not impose other requirements on the certified fire alarm contractor to prove competency other than proper evidence of a valid State Fire Marshal’s permit.