Parma, OH Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)
Key Facts
- Discharge
- Prohibited citywide
- State Law
- Opt-out under ORC 3743.45
- Novelties
- Sparklers legal
- Fine
- Up to 150 dollars
Summary
Parma has opted out of consumer fireworks discharge under Ohio HB 172 (ORC 3743.45). Discharging 1.4G consumer fireworks within Parma city limits is prohibited on all dates, though residents may purchase fireworks and transport them outside the city for discharge.
Section 3743.45 | Purchase, use, and local regulation of consumer-grade fireworks. (A) Any person who intends to obtain possession in this state of 1.4G fireworks purchased in this state shall obtain possession of the 1.4G fireworks only from a licensed retailer, licensed manufacturer, or licensed wholesaler and shall be subject to this section. (B) Any person authorized under this section to possess 1.4G fireworks in this state may discharge, ignite, or explode those fireworks on private property, with authorization from the property owner, on the following days each year: (1) The first day of January; (2) Chinese new year's day; (3) The fifth day of May; (4) The last Monday in May, and the Saturday and Sunday immediately preceding that day; (5) The nineteenth day of June; (6) The third, fourth, and fifth days of July; (7) The first Friday, Saturday, and Sunday before and after the fourth day of July; (8) The first Monday of September, and the Saturday and Sunday immediately preceding that day; (9) Diwali; (10) The thirty-first day of December. (C) Fireworks discharged, ignited, or exploded pursuant to this section shall not be considered a public exhibition. (D) A county, with respect to the unincorporated territory of the county, a township, with respect to the unincorporated territory of the township, or a municipal corporation may do either of the following: (1) Restrict the dates and times a person may discharge, ignite, or explode fireworks purchased pursuant to this section. (2) Ban the discharge, ignition, or explosion of fireworks purchased pursuant to this section. [...] (E) This section does not limit the enforcement of any ordinance, resolution, or statute that regulates noise, disturbance of the peace, or disorderly conduct.
Full Breakdown
Under ORC 3743.45, effective July 2022, Ohio municipalities may prohibit, restrict, or regulate the discharge of consumer-grade fireworks. Parma City Council adopted an opt-out ordinance banning discharge within city limits. Novelty items such as sparklers, snakes, and smoke devices remain legal. Parma Police and Fire Departments respond to fireworks complaints, particularly concentrated around July 4 and New Year's Eve.
Violations & Fines
Discharging consumer fireworks is a minor misdemeanor, punishable by fines up to 150 dollars. Repeated or reckless use causing fire or injury may escalate to misdemeanor charges under ORC 3743.65.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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