Outdoor burning rules in Monmouth County, 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.
Open burning is generally prohibited throughout Monmouth County under NJDEP regulations (N.J.A.C. 7:27-2). Exceptions for small recreational campfires in approved containers. Leaf and yard waste burning is prohibited statewide. NJ Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70) enforced by local fire officials.
New Jersey DEP (N.J.A.C. 7:27-2) generally prohibits open burning of yard waste, leaves, and debris. Exceptions include campfires, fire pits for cooking/recreation, and agricultural burning with NJDEP permits. Monmouth County may have additional restrictions. NJ banned residential leaf burning decades ago for air quality. Use curbside leaf collection or composting. Recreational fires in approved containers follow NJ Fire Code. NJ Forest Fire Service issues burn permits for agricultural and silvicultural purposes.
Illegal burning: $250 to $2,500 NJDEP fines. NJ Fire Code violation: $100 to $1,000. Pinelands region: enhanced penalties.
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