7 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in New York County, New York.
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Wood-burning fire pits are effectively prohibited in New York County. NYC Fire Code treats backyard and terrace wood fires as open burning. Gas-fueled outdoor appliances may be allowed with restrictions.
NYC Fire Code (2022), adopted by Local Law No. 47 of 2022, FC102
The New York City Fire Code is a City law that establishes fire safety requirements for buildings and businesses in New York City. It applies to all persons and places in New York City. The Fire Code regulates such matters as the prevention and reporting of fires; emergency preparedness; the manufacture, storage, handling, use and transportation of hazardous materials and combustible materials;...
Fireworks are illegal statewide in New York under Penal Law §270.00. Sparklers legalized in 2015 but NYC and Nassau County opted out. All fireworks remain illegal in Manhattan.
There is no defensible space or brush clearance ordinance in New York County because the borough is fully built out urban area. Property owners must keep lots free of rubbish and overgrowth under the NYC Sanitation Code.
Open burning of refuse, leaves, and yard waste is entirely prohibited throughout New York County under 6 NYCRR Part 215 and the NYC Fire Code. Manhattan is fully excluded from residential open burn allowances.
Manhattan has virtually no wildfire risk. The borough is fully developed urban area with minimal wildland-urban interface. No formal wildfire hazard zones apply in New York County.
NYC Admin Code 27-2045, Local Law 38 of 1999 as amended, requires smoke alarms in every Manhattan dwelling unit, with 10 year sealed battery models mandatory on replacement since 2019.
Backyard fires, burn barrels, and open recreational fires are not permitted in New York County. Only approved portable outdoor cooking appliances such as propane or natural gas grills are allowed, with restrictions.
NYC Fire Code (2022), adopted by Local Law No. 47 of 2022
The New York City Fire Code is a City law that establishes fire safety requirements for buildings and businesses in New York City. It applies to all persons and places in New York City. The Fire Code regulates such matters as the prevention and reporting of fires; emergency preparedness; the manufacture, storage, handling, use and transportation of hazardous materials and combustible materials;...
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