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Fire Regulations in East Providence, RI (2026)

4 verified fire regulations for East Providence, Rhode Island, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Fire Pit Rules

East Providence specifically legalized recreational fire pits in September 2020 via Ch. 5 amendment. Fire pits are allowed at single-family homes and duplexes only, must be non-flammable material, max 3 ft diameter by 2 ft height, and 30 ft from neighbors' homes.

East Providence Fire Pit Rules

Some Restrictions

Fireworks

All aerial consumer fireworks are illegal in Rhode Island under RIGL 11-13-1. Only ground-based sparkling devices are legal. East Providence enforces the state ban.

East Providence Fireworks Regulations

Heavy Restrictions

Brush Clearance

East Providence may require vegetation management for fire safety. RI does not have a statewide defensible space mandate. Local property maintenance applies.

East Providence Brush Clearance & Vegetation Management

Few Restrictions

Outdoor Burning

East Providence Chapter 5 (Fire Prevention) regulates outdoor burning. Open burning of refuse and debris is prohibited. RIDEM approval required for any open burning under RIGL 23-23. Recreational fire pits are allowed with specific restrictions.

East Providence Outdoor Burning Rules

Heavy Restrictions

Looking for Providence County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement East Providence city rules.

Fire Regulations in Providence County