Fire pit rules in Brookline, MA — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Because Brookline is subject to a year-round open burning ban under MGL c. 48 §13, wood-burning fire pits are not permitted outdoors. Gas-fueled fire features for cooking may have different treatment — residents should contact the Brookline Fire Department.
Open burning of any kind, including wood-burning fire pits, is banned year-round in Brookline under MassDEP's permanent prohibition for densely populated communities. Since fire pits burning wood are classified as open burning under MassDEP rules, they are not permitted in Brookline. Gas fire features (propane or natural gas) used strictly for cooking may be treated differently under fire code; residents should consult the Brookline Fire Prevention Bureau before installing any outdoor fire feature.
Operating a wood-burning fire pit in Brookline violates the open burning ban and is subject to fines.
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