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Backyard Fires: Milwaukee vs Wauwatosa

How do backyard fires rules compare between Milwaukee, WI and Wauwatosa, WI?

Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee County

Heavy Restrictions

Milwaukee bans open burning of yard waste and rubbish. Only small recreational fires in approved portable fire pits with seasoned wood are allowed under Chapter 214.

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Wauwatosa, WI

Milwaukee County

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Key Facts Comparison

FactMilwaukeeWauwatosa
Yard Waste BurningProhibited-
Recreational FiresApproved pits only-
Setback15 feet from structures-
First Fine$200-

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