Doug what you describe is very common here too. [Linked Image]

The actual Fire Alarm Control Panel would be in the electric room but a full function remote annunciator / control panel will be at an entry door of the FDs choice, along with the zone maps. [Linked Image]

Do you folks use Knox Boxes for entry into buildings. This is pretty much standard around here now.

Bob Badger
Construction & Maintenance Electrician
Massachusetts