Outdoor burning rules in Chattanooga, TN — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Chattanooga regulates outdoor burning under its fire prevention code. Open burning of trash and debris is prohibited. Controlled recreational fires may be permitted with safety precautions.
Chattanooga's fire prevention code restricts open burning within city limits. Burning of trash, construction debris, and household waste is prohibited. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) air quality regulations also apply. Recreational fires in contained fire pits may be allowed with proper safety measures. The Chattanooga Fire Department may impose burn bans during dry or high-wind conditions. Leaf burning is generally not permitted in the city.
Unauthorized burning may result in fines from the fire department and TDEC air quality division.
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