Fireworks: Englewood vs Paramus
How do fireworks rules compare between Englewood, NJ and Paramus, NJ?
Englewood and Paramus have similar restriction levels.
Englewood, NJ
Bergen County
Fireworks in Englewood are governed by New Jersey state law: N.J.S.A. 21:2-1 et seq. and 21:3-1 et seq., as amended by P.L. 2017, c. 92. Only non-explosive, non-aerial hand-held or ground-based sparkling devices, snakes, glow worms, smoke devices, and trick noisemakers are legal for personal use; aerial and explosive fireworks remain illegal. Englewood enforces the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code locally under Chapter 212 (Fire Prevention) of the City Code, adopted October 5, 2004 under the Uniform Fire Safety Act.
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Bergen County
Fireworks in Paramus are governed primarily by New Jersey state law: N.J.S.A. 21:3-1 et seq. (Explosives and Fireworks Act) and N.J.S.A. 21:2-1 et seq., as amended by P.L. 2017, c. 92. Since 2017, only non-explosive, non-aerial hand-held or ground-based sparkling devices, snakes, glow worms, smoke devices, and trick noisemakers are legal for consumer use. All aerial and explosive fireworks remain illegal without a state-issued permit, and public displays require a permit through the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety.
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| Fact | Englewood | Paramus |
|---|---|---|
| State Statutes | N.J.S.A. 21:2-1 et seq. and 21:3-1 et seq. | - |
| Key Amendment | P.L. 2017, c. 92 (S3034) | P.L. 2017, c. 92 (S3034) |
| Legal Devices | Ground-based sparklers, snakes, smoke, trick noisemakers | - |
| Aerial / Explosive Fireworks | Banned without state display permit | Banned without state permit |
| Minimum Buyer Age | 16 years | 16 years |
| Local Code | Englewood Code Ch. 212 (Fire Prevention), Art. II (adopted 10/5/2004) | - |
| Local Enforcement | Englewood Fire Prevention Bureau | - |
| State Statute | - | N.J.S.A. 21:3-1 et seq. and 21:2-1 et seq. |
| Legal Consumer Devices | - | Ground-based sparklers, snakes, smoke, trick noisemakers |
| Sparkler Limit | - | Up to 100 g pyrotechnic mix (wire/wood); 75 g per tube ground-based |
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Englewood FAQ
Are sparklers legal in Englewood?
Yes - hand-held or ground-based sparkling devices that are non-explosive and non-aerial, plus snakes, smoke devices, and trick noisemakers, are permitted under P.L. 2017, c. 92, provided buyers are at least 16 years old. They must still be used safely and may not create a fire hazard or violate other code provisions.
Can I set off bottle rockets or firecrackers on the Fourth of July?
No. Aerial and explosive fireworks - including bottle rockets, firecrackers, sky rockets, Roman candles, and mortar shells - remain illegal under New Jersey law. Use is generally a disorderly persons offense and can also create civil liability for any resulting fire or injury.
Paramus FAQ
Are sparklers legal in Paramus?
Yes. Hand-held or ground-based sparkling devices that are non-explosive and non-aerial are legal under P.L. 2017, c. 92, provided buyers are at least 16. They must still be used safely and not in a way that creates a fire hazard or violates local nuisance and noise rules.
Can I set off bottle rockets or firecrackers in Paramus?
No. Aerial and explosive fireworks - including bottle rockets, firecrackers, sky rockets, Roman candles, and mortars - remain illegal under New Jersey law without a state permit. Use can be charged as a disorderly persons offense with fines and possible jail time.
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