Outdoor burning rules in Brick, NJ — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
All open burning is prohibited in Brick Township except as approved by the Bureau of Fire Safety. The township adopts the NJ Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70) enforced by the Joint Board of Fire Commissioners. Violations may carry fines up to $5,000.
Chapter 191 (Fire Prevention) prohibits all open burning in Brick Township except as specifically approved by the Bureau of Fire Safety. The NJ Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70, 5:71, 5:72, 5:73, 5:75) is adopted in full. The Joint Board of Fire Commissioners of Brick Township, known as the Bureau of Fire Safety, is the enforcing agency. Open burning can be ordered extinguished if a neighbor complains about smoke or if weather conditions create a fire spread risk. Bonfires require a permit from the NJ Forest Fire Service in cooperation with local firewardens.
Fines up to $5,000 per violation. Reimbursement of costs associated with extinguishing the fire may be required.
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