Outdoor burning rules in Cocoa, FL — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Cocoa requires an Open Burn Permit for outdoor burning, obtained through the Fire Department. Florida Forest Service authorization is also required for vegetative debris burning. Brevard County burn bans apply during drought conditions and override local permits.
The City of Cocoa Fire Department issues Open Burn Permits through an application process. The Fire Inspector reviews all requests for compliance with the Florida Fire Prevention Code. Florida Forest Service authorization under FL Admin Code 5I-2 is required for vegetative debris burning. Brevard County burn bans under Code Section 50 apply during drought conditions and override local burn permits. BBQ grills are generally exempt from burn ban restrictions.
Illegal burning carries fines of $250–$1,000. Burning during a declared ban is a misdemeanor with fines up to $2,000 and potential criminal liability for any damage caused.
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