Newark permits recreational fires under the NJ Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70) if fuel area is 3 feet or less in diameter and 2 feet or less in height. Only clean wood allowed -- no leaves, trash, or rubbish.
Recreational fires in Newark are regulated under the NJ Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70) as enforced through Newark Ch. 11:1. A recreational fire is defined as an outdoor fire with a total fuel area of 3 feet or less in diameter and 2 feet or less in height, used for pleasure, cooking, warmth, or ceremonial purposes. Recreational fires of this size do not require a permit or prior notification to the fire official. All fire pits must be covered with a mesh screen having openings no larger than one-quarter inch. Only clean, dry wood may be burned -- burning leaves, grass, trash, rubbish, or treated lumber is prohibited. Fires must be at least 25 feet from any structure or combustible material. A means of extinguishment (garden hose, bucket of water, or fire extinguisher) must be readily available. Bonfires larger than the recreational fire limit (up to 5 feet by 5 feet by 5 feet, maximum 3 hours) require a Fire Safety Permit from the Newark Fire Prevention Bureau.
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