Fire Regulations in Waltham, MA (2026)
1 verified fire regulations for Waltham, Massachusetts, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
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Fire Pits & Backyard Fires
Backyard recreational fires in Waltham require a Fire Department permit under 527 CMR 1.00. Fires must be in approved containers, attended, and kept 25 feet from structures and property lines.
Waltham Backyard Fire Rules
Some Restrictions527 CMR 1.00 Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code (2021 Edition, effective Dec 9, 2022)
Massachusetts Fire Code. The current Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code is based on NFPA 1 - 2021 edition, with Massachusetts amendments. Current State Fire Code: The current State Fire Code went into effect on December 9, 2022. To view the code free of charge: Visit the National Fire Protection Association's Codes and Standards page; Select NFPA 1 and "Free Access"; Select "2021 Fire...