Cherry Hill's Fire Regulations: The Rules That Matter

Cherry Hill maintains 24 local ordinances across all categories, and 2 of those deal specifically with fire regulations. Here is a breakdown of what the city actually requires, what is prohibited, and where Cherry Hill falls on the strict-to-permissive spectrum compared to other cities.

Fireworks

Display fireworks and aerial/explosive consumer fireworks are prohibited without a Fire Code permit. Under New Jersey state law (since 2017), non-aerial, non-explosive ground sparkling devices and handheld sparklers are legal for residents 16+, but aerial fireworks remain illegal.

Key details: Code: Cherry Hill Twp. Code Ch. 16; N.J.S.A. 21:3. Legal Without Permit: Ground sparklers, handheld sparklers (16+). Illegal: All aerial/explosive fireworks.

Up to $500 fine and/or 30 days imprisonment per N.J.S.A. 21:3 violations; township fire-code fines also apply.

This is not one of those rules that cities tend to ignore. Cherry Hill actively enforces its fireworks requirements.

Smoke Detectors

Every dwelling unit sold or rented in Cherry Hill must have working smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, and a portable fire extinguisher per N.J.S.A. 52:27D-198.1 and the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code, verified by a Certificate of Smoke Alarm, CO Alarm and Portable Fire Extinguisher Compliance (CSACC) inspection.

Key details: Inspection: Cherry Hill Fire Marshal CSACC. Statute: N.J.S.A. 52:27D-198.1. Extinguisher: 2A:10BC within 10 ft of kitchen.

No CSACC = no resale or new tenancy; the certificate is mandatory at closing or move-in.

Compared to other cities, Cherry Hill takes a harder line on smoke detectors. The enforcement and penalty structure reflects that.

The Bottom Line

Cherry Hill is tougher than many cities when it comes to fire regulations. Out of the 2 rules covered here, 2 are rated strict. If you are a homeowner, renter, or business owner in Cherry Hill, take the time to understand these requirements before they become a problem. Most violations come with fines, and some repeat violations can escalate.

Keep in mind that Cherry Hill can amend these rules at any council meeting. For the most current version of any rule mentioned here, check the specific ordinance page, where we track updates as they happen.