5 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Jefferson County, Alabama.
Verified from official government sources
Unincorporated Jefferson County follows the International Fire Code for recreational fires. Fires under 3 ft diameter and 2 ft height with 25 ft clearance from structures are permitted. Approved containers require 15 ft clearance. All fires must be constantly attended.
Consumer fireworks (1.4G) are legal in Alabama for persons age 16+. Unincorporated Jefferson County follows state law under the State Fire Marshal's supervision. Seasonal retail sales limited to June 20–July 10 and December 15–January 2.
Jefferson County may require brush clearance and vegetation management. Alabama Forestry Commission manages wildfire prevention statewide.
Open burning is prohibited in Jefferson County from April through October by the Jefferson County Department of Health (JCDH). During permitted months (November–March), prior approval from JCDH is required. No open burning without a JCDH permit at any time of year.
Jefferson County is NOT in a designated wildfire hazard zone. Alabama has no state WUI (Wildland-Urban Interface) mapping law. Standard fire code applies. Defensible space is voluntary. Drought-related burn bans may apply seasonally.
4 cities in Jefferson County have their own fire regulations rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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