Outdoor Burning: Attleboro vs New Bedford
How do outdoor burning rules compare between Attleboro, MA and New Bedford, MA?
Attleboro has fewer restrictions than New Bedford.
Attleboro, MA
Bristol County
Attleboro allows open burning during the annual season from January 15 to May 1, between 10 AM and 4 PM (no fires started after noon). A free burning permit from the Fire Department is required. Burning must be at least 75 feet from all dwellings with a water source nearby.
View full Attleboro rules →New Bedford, MA
Bristol County
New Bedford is designated by MassDEP as a community where open burning is prohibited at all times under 310 CMR 7.07. No seasonal open burning is permitted. This applies to brush, leaves, and yard waste. The ban reflects the city's density and population.
View full New Bedford rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Attleboro | New Bedford |
|---|---|---|
| Season | January 15–May 1 | - |
| Hours | 10 AM–4 PM, no starts after noon | - |
| Setback | 75 feet from all dwellings | - |
| Permit | Free — from Fire Department | - |
| Open Burning | - | Prohibited at all times |
| Authority | - | MassDEP 310 CMR 7.07 |
| Reason | - | City density and population |
| Enforcement | - | New Bedford Fire Department |
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Attleboro FAQ
Can I burn yard waste in my backyard in Attleboro?
Attleboro allows open burning during the annual season from January 15 to May 1, between 10 AM and 4 PM (no fires started after noon). A free burning permit from the Fire Department is required. Burning must be at least 75 feet from all dwellings with a water source nearby.
Do I need a permit for outdoor burning in Attleboro?
Season: January 15–May 1. Hours: 10 AM–4 PM, no starts after noon. Setback: 75 feet from all dwellings. Permit: Free — from Fire Department.
New Bedford FAQ
Can I burn yard waste in my backyard in New Bedford?
New Bedford is designated by MassDEP as a community where open burning is prohibited at all times under 310 CMR 7.07. No seasonal open burning is permitted. This applies to brush, leaves, and yard waste. The ban reflects the city's density and population.
Do I need a permit for outdoor burning in New Bedford?
Open Burning: Prohibited at all times. Authority: MassDEP 310 CMR 7.07. Reason: City density and population. Enforcement: New Bedford Fire Department.
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