Brick, NJ Fire Regulations: Outdoor Burning (2026)
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.
Key Facts
- Rule
- Open burning banned without Bureau approval
- Enforcer
- Brick Bureau of Fire Safety
- Small recreational fire permit
- $25, up to two fires
- Scout groups
- Fee waived, permit still required
Summary
Open burning is banned in Brick Township unless the Bureau of Fire Safety approves it, and even permitted recreational fires require a paid permit first.
All open burning shall be prohibited in accordance with this section except as noted and approved by the Bureau of Fire Safety. A permit shall be obtained from the Fire Safety Bureau for any and all recreational fires within the boundaries of Brick Township in accordance with the requirements under the General Forest Fire Act (N.J.S.A. 13:9-44.1 et seq.) that do not meet the intent of Uniform Fire Code and Local Township Standards. Permits, applications and requirements will be as established by the Bureau of Fire Safety.
(1) Fees. The fee for a small recreational fire permit shall be $25 and shall permit up to two recreational-type fires in accordance with this section. All groups considered under the guidelines of the Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts of America shall be exempted from all fees associated with this section. However, they shall be required to file for a permit.
E. Standby fees. Fees for extracurricular activities which shall require additional Fire Department presence or standby due to the scope of actions shall require a standby fee as established by the Brick Township Joint Board of Fire Commissioners/Bureau of Fire Safety. The standby fee shall be determined by the Bureau Chief. Public events sponsored by the Township of Brick and the Brick Township Board of Education shall be exempt from standby fees. [Amended 12-6-2016 by Ord. No. 19-16]
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Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: rev 4577344; v53 updated 2025-12-09; through 12-09-2025).
Full Breakdown
Brick Township Code § 191-8D prohibits all open burning except as noted and approved by the Bureau of Fire Safety. Anyone wanting a recreational fire must get a permit from the Fire Safety Bureau under the state General Forest Fire Act, N.J.S.A. 13:9-44.1 et seq., for fires that don't meet Uniform Fire Code and local township standards. A small recreational fire permit costs $25 and covers up to two fires; Boy Scout and Girl Scout groups skip the fee but still must file for the permit.
Violations & Fines
Burning without Bureau of Fire Safety approval or a valid recreational fire permit violates § 191-8D; the Bureau enforces the Fire Prevention Code and can order the fire extinguished.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have a backyard fire pit in Brick Township?
Do Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts need a burn permit in Brick?
Sources & Official References
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