Norristown has determined there is no location within its limits meeting the statutory 150-foot setback requirement, and has banned all consumer fireworks use within the municipality. First offense: summary offense, up to $500 fine. Display fireworks require a Fire Marshal permit.
Pennsylvania Act 43 of 2017 (72 P.S. §9401) legalized consumer-grade (1.4G) fireworks for residents 18 and older. Legal types include firecrackers, Roman candles, fountains, sparklers, and most consumer items. Fireworks cannot be discharged within 150 feet of an occupied structure without the owner’s permission. Cannot discharge on another’s property without permission. Norristown may adopt additional time and location restrictions. A 12% state fireworks tax applies. Display fireworks (1.3G) require professional permits.
First offense: summary offense, up to $500 fine. Display fireworks without permit: third-degree felony under PA state law.
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