Outdoor Burning: Attleboro vs Somerset
How do outdoor burning rules compare between Attleboro, MA and Somerset, MA?
Attleboro and Somerset have similar restriction levels.
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.
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Bristol County
Most Bristol County towns allow open burning from January 15 to May 1 with a free fire department permit under 310 CMR 7.07. However, Fall River and New Bedford are on the MassDEP list of communities where open burning is permanently banned due to population density.
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| Fact | Attleboro | Somerset |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Most Towns | - | Jan 15–May 1 with free permit |
| Fall River/New Bedford | - | Permanently banned |
| Authority | - | MassDEP 310 CMR 7.07 |
| Temporary Bans | - | Possible during drought/wildfire risk |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
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.
Somerset FAQ
Can I burn yard waste in my backyard in Bristol County?
Most Bristol County towns allow open burning from January 15 to May 1 with a free fire department permit under 310 CMR 7.07. However, Fall River and New Bedford are on the MassDEP list of communities where open burning is permanently banned due to population density.
Do I need a permit for outdoor burning in Bristol County?
Most Towns: Jan 15–May 1 with free permit. Fall River/New Bedford: Permanently banned. Authority: MassDEP 310 CMR 7.07. Temporary Bans: Possible during drought/wildfire risk.
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