Outdoor Burning: Long Branch vs North Middletown
How do outdoor burning rules compare between Long Branch, NJ and North Middletown, NJ?
Long Branch and North Middletown have similar restriction levels.
Long Branch, NJ
Monmouth County
Long Branch Chapter 134 requires Fire Official approval for all bonfires. Fires must be at least 50 feet from structures (15 feet in approved burners). Only seasoned dry wood with paper ignition allowed. No rubber, plastic, or petroleum-based materials. Fires must be constantly attended with extinguishing equipment.
View full Long Branch rules →North Middletown, NJ
Monmouth County
Open burning is generally prohibited throughout Monmouth County under NJDEP regulations (N.J.A.C. 7:27-2). Exceptions for small recreational campfires in approved containers. Leaf and yard waste burning is prohibited statewide. NJ Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70) enforced by local fire officials.
View full North Middletown rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Long Branch | North Middletown |
|---|---|---|
| Clearance | 50 ft from structures | - |
| In Burner | 15 ft from structures | - |
| Fuel | Seasoned dry wood only | - |
| Permit | Required from Fire Official | - |
| Open Burning | - | Prohibited (N.J.A.C. 7:27-2) |
| Leaf Burning | - | Prohibited statewide |
| Campfires | - | Allowed in approved containers |
| Enforcement | - | Local fire officials / NJ DCA |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Long Branch FAQ
Can I burn yard waste in my backyard in Long Branch?
Long Branch Chapter 134 requires Fire Official approval for all bonfires. Fires must be at least 50 feet from structures (15 feet in approved burners). Only seasoned dry wood with paper ignition allowed. No rubber, plastic, or petroleum-based materials. Fires must be constantly attended with...
Do I need a permit for outdoor burning in Long Branch?
Clearance: 50 ft from structures. In Burner: 15 ft from structures. Fuel: Seasoned dry wood only. Permit: Required from Fire Official.
North Middletown FAQ
Can I burn yard waste in my backyard in Monmouth County?
Open burning is generally prohibited throughout Monmouth County under NJDEP regulations (N.J.A.C. 7:27-2). Exceptions for small recreational campfires in approved containers. Leaf and yard waste burning is prohibited statewide. NJ Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70) enforced by local fire officials.
Do I need a permit for outdoor burning in Monmouth County?
Open Burning: Prohibited (N.J.A.C. 7:27-2). Leaf Burning: Prohibited statewide. Campfires: Allowed in approved containers. Enforcement: Local fire officials / NJ DCA.
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