Fire pit rules in Middleton, WI — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Recreational fire pits in unincorporated Dane County are generally permitted subject to Wisconsin DNR burning guidelines and common-sense safety practices. No specific county fire pit ordinance exists.
Dane County does not have a county-level fire pit ordinance for unincorporated areas. Recreational fires (backyard campfires, fire pits) are generally allowed subject to Wisconsin DNR guidelines. A DNR burn permit may be required depending on conditions and season. Fires must not be left unattended, must be fully extinguished when finished, and must not be set during DNR burn bans. Only clean, dry firewood should be burned — not trash or construction materials.
Fires set during a DNR burn ban or fires that escape and cause damage may result in fines and liability for fire suppression costs.
Middleton, WI
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Middleton, WI
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Middleton, WI
Middleton enforces quiet hours typically 10 PM to 7 AM. Noise disturbances enforceable under WI Stat. §947.01 (Disorderly Conduct).
Middleton, WI
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Middleton, WI
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Middleton, WI
Middleton requires vehicles parked on improved surfaces. Front lawn parking prohibited. Driveway modifications require permits.
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