Fire Regulations in Concord, NC (2026)
3 verified fire regulations for Concord, North Carolina, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Fire Pit Rules
Recreational fires in Concord are governed by the open-burning ordinance, Sec. 34-4(c)(2). A backyard fire pit is allowed without a permit if it stays in a campfire pit or container no larger than a 55-gallon drum, burns only natural wood, charcoal, propane or natural gas, and does not become a smoke nuisance.
Concord Fire Pit and Recreational Fire Rules
Some RestrictionsFireworks
Concord does not have its own consumer-fireworks ordinance; fireworks are governed by North Carolina state law (NCGS Chapter 14, Article 54). Only ground-based, non-aerial 'sparkling devices,' wire sparklers, fountains, smoke devices and a few novelties are legal for consumers. Anything that explodes, leaves the ground or spins is illegal.
Concord Fireworks Rules (NC State Law)
Heavy RestrictionsOutdoor Burning
Concord Code Sec. 34-4 bans open burning inside the city limits, with narrow exceptions. Burning leaves and yard waste is not allowed. Small cooking, heating and ceremonial fires are permitted if contained, and bonfires require a fire-department permit.
Concord Open Burning Ordinance (Sec. 34-4)
Heavy RestrictionsLooking for Cabarrus County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Concord city rules.
Fire Regulations in Cabarrus County →