Outdoor burning rules in Dublin, OH — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Open burning in Dublin is tightly restricted under Ohio EPA rule OAC 3745-19 and Washington Township Fire policy. Burning leaves, yard waste, and trash is prohibited in Franklin County restricted areas, which include Dublin.
Dublin lies within a restricted area under Ohio EPA open burning rules because of its population density and proximity to Columbus. Burning of leaves, grass, brush, and garbage is prohibited year-round. Small cooking fires and recreational fires using clean seasoned firewood under 3 feet in diameter are permitted. Land-clearing burns and agricultural burns require Ohio EPA notification or permits. Violations may be reported to Ohio EPA or Washington Township Fire.
Illegal open burning can result in Ohio EPA civil penalties up to 10,000 dollars per day under ORC 3704.99, plus local fire code charges.
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