Hialeah, FL Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)
Key Facts
- Legal Dates
- July 4, Dec 31, Jan 1
- Distance
- 25 ft from structures
- Sale
- Aerial types prohibited
- Sparklers
- Legal year-round
- State Law
- FL §791 / HB 1059
Summary
Consumer fireworks in Hialeah may only be used on July 4th, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day per FL HB 1059. Aerial fireworks sale prohibited. Sparklers legal year-round.
791.02 Sale of fireworks regulated; rules and regulations. — (1) Except as hereinafter provided it is unlawful for any person, firm, copartnership, or corporation to offer for sale, expose for sale, sell at retail, or use or explode any fireworks; provided that the board of county commissioners shall have power to adopt reasonable rules and regulations for the granting of permits for supervised public display of fireworks by fair associations, amusement parks, and other organizations or groups of individuals when such public display is to take place outside of any municipality; provided, further, that the governing body of any municipality shall have power to adopt reasonable rules and regulations for the granting of permits for supervised public display of fireworks within the boundaries of any municipality. [...] Application for permits shall be made in writing at least 15 days in advance of the date of the display. [...] 791.08 Use during designated holidays; exemption. — (1) As used in this section, the term 'designated holiday' means: (a) New Year's Day, January 1; (b) Independence Day, July 4; or (c) New Year's Eve, December 31. (2) This chapter does not prohibit the use of fireworks solely and exclusively during a designated holiday. [...] (3) The Legislature does not intend for the application of this section to supersede any prohibition against the use of fireworks contained within a legally executed and properly recorded declaration of covenants or covenant running with the land of any homeowners' association pursuant to chapter 720.
Full Breakdown
FL §791 and HB 1059 (2020) govern fireworks in Hialeah. Consumer fireworks limited to three designated holidays. Aerial fireworks illegal to sell. Use outdoors 25 feet from structures. Sparklers legal year-round. This fireworks rule under Hialeah's fire ordinances applies to properties within Hialeah city limits. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Hialeah code enforcement directly or consult the official Florida municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
Violations & Fines
Use outside designated dates: first-degree misdemeanor, up to one year jail and $1,000 fine.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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