Pinellas Park, FL Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)
Key Facts
- Statute
- FS Chapter 791
- Legal holidays
- Jul 4, Dec 31, Jan 1
- Sparklers
- Legal year-round if approved
- Local override
- Preempted by state
- Min purchase age
- 18 years old
Summary
Fireworks regulation is preempted to the State of Florida under Chapter 791. Consumer fireworks are legal on three holidays, while sparklers approved by the State Fire Marshal are legal year-round in Pinellas Park.
791.012 Minimum fireworks safety standards. — The outdoor display of fireworks in this state shall be governed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1123, Code for Fireworks Display, 2018 Edition. Any state, county, or municipal law, rule, or ordinance may provide for more stringent regulations for the outdoor display of fireworks, but in no event may any such law, rule, or ordinance provide for less stringent regulations for the outdoor display of fireworks. The division shall promulgate rules to carry out the provisions of this section. The Code for Fireworks Display shall not govern the display of any fireworks on private, residential property and shall not govern the display of those items included under s. 791.01(4)(b) and (c) and authorized for sale thereunder.
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. This section is not intended to provide for the comprehensive regulation of fireworks as described in s. 10(5), chapter 2007-67, Laws of Florida, or to supersede any local governmental regulation relating to the use of fireworks as provided in s. 10(5), chapter 2007-67, Laws of Florida.
(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. However, a homeowners' association, through a board of directors, may not promulgate rules that attempt to abrogate a homeowner's right to use fireworks during a designated holiday or under general law.
Full Breakdown
Florida Statute 791.001 declares that Chapter 791 shall be applied uniformly throughout the state, preempting most local fireworks rules. Under FS 791.08, consumer fireworks may be used on July 4, December 31, and January 1 without violating the state ban on aerial and explosive devices. State Fire Marshal-approved sparklers, fountains, and snakes remain legal year-round. Pinellas Park residents must still follow noise rules, avoid causing fires or property damage, and use products only as the manufacturer intended. HOAs and condo associations may prohibit fireworks on private property. Sale is restricted to licensed retailers, and discharge near gas stations or flammable storage remains prohibited under fire code.
Violations & Fines
Discharging non-sparkler fireworks outside the three permitted holidays can lead to misdemeanor charges, fire code citations, and civil liability for damage.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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