Outdoor Burning: Dublin vs Westerville
How do outdoor burning rules compare between Dublin, OH and Westerville, OH?
Dublin and Westerville have similar restriction levels.
Dublin, OH
Franklin County
Open burning in Dublin is tightly restricted under Ohio EPA rule OAC 3745-19 and Washington Township Fire policy. Burning leaves, yard waste, and trash is prohibited in Franklin County restricted areas, which include Dublin.
View full Dublin rules →Westerville, OH
Franklin County
Open burning is prohibited in Westerville under Ohio EPA OAC 3745-19 because Westerville is within a restricted area (population over 1,000 and within 1,000 feet of an inhabited building). Only small recreational fires allowed.
View full Westerville rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Dublin | Westerville |
|---|---|---|
| Yard Waste | Prohibited | - |
| Trash | Never allowed | - |
| Cooking Fire | Allowed | - |
| Authority | Ohio EPA OAC 3745-19 | Ohio EPA OAC 3745-19 |
| Max Penalty | 10,000 per day | - |
| Status | - | Banned (restricted area) |
| Leaves | - | Bag for collection |
| Recreational | - | Exempt if compliant |
| Max Fine | - | 25,000 dollars per day |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Dublin FAQ
Can I burn leaves in my Dublin backyard?
No. Dublin is in a restricted area under Ohio EPA rules, and burning leaves or yard waste is prohibited year-round.
Who enforces this in Dublin?
Dublin code enforcement at (614) 410-4400 handles complaints.
Westerville FAQ
Can I burn leaves in my Westerville yard?
No. Ohio EPA prohibits open burning of leaves in Westerville. Bag leaves for curbside collection or compost them.
Who enforces this in Westerville?
Westerville code enforcement at (614) 901-6400 handles complaints.
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