Fire Regulations in Fitchburg, MA (2026)
4 verified fire regulations for Fitchburg, Massachusetts, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Fire Pit Rules
Wood-burning fire pits used for cooking are allowed with a contained fire (max 3 ft wide x 2 ft high, 10 ft from buildings, clean dry firewood, attended by adult 18+). Non-cooking wood fire pits are subject to open burning rules. Gas-fueled fire appliances allowed under 527 CMR 1.0.
Fitchburg Fire Pit Rules
Some RestrictionsFireworks
All consumer fireworks illegal statewide under MGL c. 148, §39. Includes sparklers, firecrackers, Roman candles, rockets. Possession/use: $10–$100 fine; sale: $100–$1,000 and/or up to 1 year imprisonment. Only toy caps (<0.25 grains) and licensed professional displays exempted.
Fitchburg Fireworks Regulations
Heavy RestrictionsBrush Clearance
Fitchburg may require vegetation management for fire safety. MA does not have a statewide defensible space mandate. Local property maintenance applies.
Fitchburg Brush Clearance & Vegetation Management
Few RestrictionsOutdoor Burning
Fitchburg allows open burning Jan 15–May 1 under MGL c. 48, §13 and 310 CMR 7.07. Burn permits required — apply through Fitchburg Health Department (978-829-1870). Burning allowed 10 AM–4 PM only. Call Fire Dispatch after 10 AM before burning (978-345-9660 x0). Must be 75 feet from any building.
Fitchburg Outdoor Burning Rules
Some RestrictionsLooking for Worcester County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Fitchburg city rules.
Fire Regulations in Worcester County →