Fire pit rules in Chelsea, MA — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Wood-burning fire pits are banned year-round in Chelsea due to the city's inclusion in the open burning prohibition. Only gas-fueled appliances meeting fire code specifications are allowed.
Because Chelsea is subject to the year-round open burning ban, wood-burning fire pits are prohibited. Gas-fueled outdoor fire appliances are regulated under 527 CMR 1.0 and must comply with manufacturer specifications. The owner must have the appliance manual available for fire officer inspection. Chelsea's extremely dense housing with structures very close together makes open flames particularly dangerous. The fire chief can order extinguishment of any fire deemed hazardous under MGL c. 148 Section 5.
Open burning violations: up to $500 fine plus suppression costs. Fire chief can order immediate extinguishment. Non-compliant gas appliances subject to code enforcement.
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