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Wildfire Zones: Pasadena vs Severna Park

How do wildfire zones rules compare between Pasadena, MD and Severna Park, MD?

Pasadena and Severna Park have similar restriction levels.

Pasadena, MD

Anne Arundel County

Few Restrictions

Anne Arundel County is not in a mapped high-wildfire-hazard area under Maryland DNR Forest Service assessments. Defensible-space rules are not codified locally; open-burn permits and seasonal outdoor burn restrictions apply under MDE and DNR regulations.

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Severna Park, MD

Anne Arundel County

Few Restrictions

Anne Arundel County is not in a mapped high-wildfire-hazard area under Maryland DNR Forest Service assessments. Defensible-space rules are not codified locally; open-burn permits and seasonal outdoor burn restrictions apply under MDE and DNR regulations.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactPasadenaSeverna Park
WUI ZonesNone mappedNone mapped
Defensible SpaceNot codified locallyNot codified locally
Burn PermitDNR Forest ServiceDNR Forest Service
COMAR26.11.07 open burning26.11.07 open burning
Forest ActArt. 17-7 protects forestArt. 17-7 protects forest

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Pasadena FAQ

Who enforces wildfire zones rules in Anne Arundel County?

Anne Arundel County's code enforcement division is responsible for fire ordinances. You can report violations or request information through the Anne Arundel County government website or by calling the main municipal line.

What are typical penalties for violating wildfire zones rules?

Most Anne Arundel County fire violations start with a written warning followed by escalating civil fines for repeat offenses. Specific dollar amounts and any criminal-misdemeanor exposure depend on the section of code; consult Anne Arundel County's municipal code or staff for the current penalty schedule.

Severna Park FAQ

Who enforces wildfire zones rules in Anne Arundel County?

Anne Arundel County's code enforcement division is responsible for fire ordinances. You can report violations or request information through the Anne Arundel County government website or by calling the main municipal line.

What are typical penalties for violating wildfire zones rules?

Most Anne Arundel County fire violations start with a written warning followed by escalating civil fines for repeat offenses. Specific dollar amounts and any criminal-misdemeanor exposure depend on the section of code; consult Anne Arundel County's municipal code or staff for the current penalty schedule.

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