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Fireworks: Austin vs Pflugerville

How do fireworks rules compare between Austin, TX and Pflugerville, TX?

Austin and Pflugerville have similar restriction levels.

Austin, TX

Travis County

Heavy Restrictions

Consumer fireworks are illegal to possess, use, or sell within Austin city limits. Violations can carry fines up to $2,000. Permits are issued only for professional displays by Austin Fire Special Events.

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Pflugerville, TX

Travis County

Heavy Restrictions

Fireworks sales and use in unincorporated Travis County are governed by TX Occupations Code Ch. 2154. Commissioners Court routinely restricts or prohibits certain fireworks (missiles with fins, skyrockets with sticks) during drought under HSC 352.051. Legal periods: June 24-July 4 and Dec 20-Jan 1. Austin city limits ban all consumer fireworks.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactAustinPflugerville
Consumer UseBanned year-round-
Max FineUp to $2,000-
AllowedSnakes, sparklers, smoke devices-
Public DisplayAFD Special Events permit required-
July 4 / NYENo exception - still banned-
Legal Periods-Jun 24-Jul 4, Dec 20-Jan 1
Drought Restriction-HSC 352.051 aerial ban
Austin-All fireworks banned
Legal Types-1.4G ground-based only
Fine-Up to 500 dollars

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Austin FAQ

Are sparklers legal in Austin?

Yes. Wire sparklers, snakes/glow worms, and smoke devices are not classified as fireworks by USDOT and are allowed without a permit.

Can I shoot fireworks on July 4 in Austin?

No. Austin's ban applies year-round. Only professionally permitted public displays are allowed.

Pflugerville FAQ

Are fireworks legal in unincorporated Travis County?

Yes during June 24-July 4 and December 20-January 1, unless Commissioners Court has restricted aerial fireworks due to drought conditions.

Can I set off fireworks in Austin?

No. Austin bans all consumer fireworks within city limits year-round.

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