Outdoor burning rules in Freehold, 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 in New Jersey under NJDEP regulations (N.J.A.C. 7:27-2). Exceptions exist for small recreational campfires in approved containers. Burning of leaves, brush, yard waste, garbage, and treated lumber is prohibited.
NJDEP strictly prohibits open burning on the ground under N.J.A.C. 7:27-2. Recreational fires must be in elevated, noncombustible containers. NJ Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70) applies to all outdoor burning. Agricultural burning requires a NJDEP permit. Freehold Borough Code Title 8 addresses fire prevention. Borough fire department enforces local fire codes.
Illegal burning: $250 to $2,500 NJDEP fines. NJ Fire Code violation: $100 to $1,000. Pinelands region: enhanced penalties.
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