Fire Regulations in Hamilton County, TN (2026)
1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Hamilton County, Tennessee.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Hamilton County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Outdoor Burning
Open burning of yard brush is banned county-wide from May 1 through Sept. 30. During the October–April season you need a permit from the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Air Pollution Control Bureau. County permits are $15; city permits $75.
Open Burning Permits in Hamilton County
Some RestrictionsChattanooga-Hamilton County APCB Burning Permit conditions
Burn piles shall not be larger than 8′ x 8′ x 8′. Material to be burned is limited to 12 inches in diameter. ... Non-compliance with any of the above conditions could result in civil penalties up to $25,000 per day.
Fire Regulations by City in Hamilton County
1 cities in Hamilton County have their own fire regulations rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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