Backyard recreational fires are legal in Holland and most Ottawa County communities without a permit, but must be constantly attended until fully extinguished, with a fire extinguisher, hose or water nearby. Holland sets no prohibited hours; only seasoned untreated wood may be burned.
Ottawa County leaves backyard fires to cities and townships. In the City of Holland, recreational fires are allowed without a permit and must be constantly attended until the fire is extinguished, with a fire extinguisher, garden hose, water barrel, dirt or sand available for immediate use. There are no prohibited hours of operation for a recreational fire, subject to the ordinance's other rules. Only seasoned, untreated wood may be burned; garbage, recyclables, yard waste and rubber, plastic, leather or petroleum materials are banned. The fire must stay under 3 feet across and 2 feet high and be kept 15 feet from combustibles (in an approved container) or 25 feet without one. Neighboring townships set similar attendance and fuel rules; confirm
Holland fire officials may order an unattended, oversized or smoky fire extinguished; ignoring the rules or nuisance-smoke complaints can bring citations under the city fire ordinance.
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