Fire Regulations in Morris County, NJ (2026)
3 rules for unincorporated Morris County, New Jersey.
Verified from official government sources
Fire Pits & Backyard Fires
Small contained recreational fires are generally allowed, but any fire within or near a forested area needs a free NJ Forest Fire Service permit. During dangerous conditions firewardens can prohibit wooded fires entirely. Local fire codes add distance and attendance rules.
Backyard & Campfire Rules in Morris County, NJ
Some RestrictionsNJ Forest Fire Service — Recreational Fire Permits (N.J.A.C. 7:27-2)
Permits are not transferable, must be in possession of the person doing the burning and shown upon request.
Fireworks
Consumer aerial fireworks and firecrackers are illegal statewide. Since 2017, only hand-held or ground-based sparkling devices and novelties (sparklers, snakes, party poppers) are legal for anyone 16 or older. Morris County follows N.J.S.A. 21:3-2; no county exemption exists.
Fireworks in Morris County, NJ: Sparklers Only
Some RestrictionsN.J.S.A. 21:3-2
sparkling devices and novelties as defined in R.S.21:2-2 if the person is 16 years of age or older
Outdoor Burning
Open burning of leaves, rubbish and garbage is banned statewide under N.J.A.C. 7:27-2. Limited exceptions require a permit from the NJ Forest Fire Service and are restricted to clean untreated wood, brush and firewood, never refuse, tires or garbage.
Open Burning Rules for Morris County, NJ
Some RestrictionsN.J.A.C. 7:27-2
Open burning can consist only of clean and untreated scrap lumber, felled trees, clippings pruned from trees and shrubs, hedgerows, or firewood. Absolutely no refuse, trade waste, tires or garbage of any type may be added.
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