Consumer fireworks are allowed in Puyallup on July 4 only, from 9 AM to 11 PM, on private property with owner permission under PMC Chapter 16.20. Discharge is prohibited on public streets, sidewalks, and parks. Youth under 15 must be supervised. Fireworks that are illegal under state law are also illegal in Puyallup.
PMC Chapter 16.20 permits consumer fireworks in Puyallup exclusively on July 4 between 9:00 AM and 11:00 PM. Discharge must be on private property with property owner permission. No fireworks may be discharged on public streets, sidewalks, alleys, or in public parks. Youth 15 years and under are prohibited from possessing or discharging fireworks without direct supervision by a responsible adult. State law fireworks that are illegal (skyrockets, bottle rockets, firecrackers) are also illegal in Puyallup. The City Council may issue a temporary ban if the city manager recommends it based on fire danger assessment. A state 'very high/extreme' DNR fire danger level is the minimum threshold for a temporary ban. Report violations to the non-emergency line at 844-821-8911.
Fines apply for illegal fireworks use. Emergency bans may be imposed by City Council.
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