Fire Regulations in Marion County, FL (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Marion County, Florida.
Verified from official government sources
Fireworks
Florida law makes it unlawful to use or explode true fireworks except sparklers and approved novelties, and since 2020 allows consumer fireworks on New Year's Eve/Day and July 4. In unincorporated Marion County, supervised public fireworks displays require a permit from the Board of County Commissioners under Fla. Stat. 791.02.
Fireworks Rules in Marion County, FL
Some RestrictionsFla. Stat. 791.02(1) (2023)
791.02 Sale of fireworks regulated; rules and regulations. (1) Except as hereinafter provided it is unlawful for any person, firm, copartnership, or corporation to offer for sale, expose for sale, sell at retail, or use or explode any fireworks; provided that the board of county commissioners shall have power to adopt reasonable rules and regulations for the granting of permits for supervised p...
Outdoor Burning
In unincorporated Marion County, yard-waste open burning is allowed without Marion County Fire Rescue approval only if the fire starts after 9:00 a.m., is out one hour before sunset, stays in a pile no more than 8 feet across, and meets state setbacks. Agricultural and land-clearing burns require Florida Forest Service authorization.
Outdoor Burning Rules in Unincorporated Marion County
Some RestrictionsFla. Stat. 590.125(2) (2023)
590.125 Open burning authorized by the Florida Forest Service. (2) NONCERTIFIED BURNING. (a) Persons may be authorized to broadcast burn or pile burn pursuant to this subsection if: 1. There is specific consent of the landowner or his or her designee; 2. Authorization has been obtained from the Florida Forest Service or its designated agent before starting the burn; 3. There are adequate firebr...
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