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Fire Regulations in Freehold, NJ (2026)

3 verified fire regulations for Freehold, New Jersey, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Fire Pit Rules

Fire pits are permitted in Freehold Borough when contained in a noncombustible vessel. Fires must be kept at least 10-15 feet from structures, constantly attended, and covered with mesh screening to prevent sparks. Only clean firewood may be burned.

Freehold Fire Pit Rules

Some Restrictions

Fireworks

Consumer fireworks are illegal in New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 21:3-1. Only sparklers and certain ground-based novelty items were legalized in 2017 (P.L. 2017, c.74). Aerial fireworks, firecrackers, and roman candles remain illegal statewide.

Freehold Fireworks Regulations

Heavy Restrictions

Outdoor Burning

Open burning is generally prohibited in New Jersey under NJDEP regulations (N.J.A.C. 7:27-2). Exceptions exist for small recreational campfires in approved containers. Burning of leaves, brush, yard waste, garbage, and treated lumber is prohibited.

Freehold Outdoor Burning Rules

Heavy Restrictions

Looking for Monmouth County county-wide rules?

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

Fire Regulations in Monmouth County