Outdoor burning rules in Glen Burnie, MD — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Recreational fires in Glen Burnie are allowed under Anne Arundel County Code without a license, limited to 1 cubic yard of clean natural wood. Leaf burning is not allowed. A county license is required for burns exceeding the recreational limit. Licensed burns must occur September 1 through May 31.
Open burning is regulated by local ordinance, MDE air quality regulations, and the Maryland Fire Prevention Code (COMAR 29.06). Burning trash, construction debris, and plastics is always prohibited. Glen Burnie may prohibit all outdoor burning within city limits except recreational fires. MDE issues air quality advisories that may restrict burning. Agricultural burning may require permits. Use county green waste collection or composting as alternatives.
Illegal burning: $100 to $1,000 local fines. MDE violations: up to $10,000/day. State Fire Marshal enforcement.
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