Open Burning Permits and Regulations

Photograph of burning twigs with text Open Burning Season Jan 15 - May 1Open burning season is from January 15 through May 1 each year.  Burning is allowed daily from 8 am to 4 pm.  You need to obtain a seasonal burn permit before you can burn and you must activate your permit every day you intend to burn. Please call the Fire Department at (978) 922-2424 to activate your permit.


For more information on Open Burning Season visit The Department of Fire Services