Fire Regulations in Indian River County, FL (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Indian River County, Florida.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Indian River County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Fireworks
Florida law lets Indian River County residents use consumer fireworks on three designated holidays. New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, and the Fourth of July. Every other day, only state-approved sparklers and novelties are legal.
Indian River County Fireworks Rules
Some RestrictionsFla. Stat. 791.08
This chapter does not prohibit the use of fireworks solely and exclusively during a designated holiday.
Outdoor Burning
Open burning in Indian River County is state-regulated. Small yard-trash piles of leaves and limbs may be burned, but land-clearing and grove burns need Florida Forest Service authorization, and burning trash, tires, or treated wood is always prohibited.
Indian River County Outdoor Burning Rules
Some RestrictionsFla. Stat. 590.125
Authorization has been obtained from the Florida Forest Service or its designated agent before starting the burn
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