Open Burning 2024
Open Burning in Massachusetts is regulated by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection and enforced by the local Fire Department. Open burning season runs from January 15th to May 1st. A valid permit obtained from the local Fire Department is required. The Fire Chief reserves the right to deny open burning on any day due to weather or environmental conditions. The Fire Department will begin issuing open burning permits beginning on January 15th. There is no cost for the burn permit.
Obtaining a Permit for Open Burning:
You can obtain your open burning permit by doing the following:
- Click here (using Google Chrome) on or after January 15th to create an account or to login to an existing account and apply for a burn permit. You will need to agree to the terms and conditions of the open burning regulations. This permit will be valid until May 1st. You will need the phone number used when setting up your account each time you activate the permit during the burning season.
- If you do not have computer access, please call the Joint Communication Center at 508-358-4747 to create an account.
Daily Activation of Your Permit:
Each day you wish to burn, you must activate your permit by contacting the automated attendant at (833) 995-2120. You will need the telephone number that you used when you created your account.