Outdoor burning rules in Cobb County, GA — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Cobb County §54-117 — outdoor burning Oct 1–Apr 30; 10 AM to 1 hour before sunset; fires <6x6 ft no permit; larger fires require permit (100 ft from property line, 300 ft from structures). Violations: $100–$1,000.
Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services enforces outdoor burning regulations under §54-117 for unincorporated areas. Open burning is permitted October 1 through April 30 from 10 AM until one hour before sunset. Fires smaller than 6x6 feet need no permit. Yard waste fires (6x6 ft to 12x12 ft) require a Yard Waste permit — must be 100 feet from property lines and 300 feet from structures (allow 5–7 days for permit). Bonfires require a permit, must be 50 feet from structures and 100 feet from property lines, and must be fully extinguished by 10:30 PM. Burning of garbage (plastics, tires, furniture, etc.) is prohibited year-round. No burning of debris from other properties.
Fines $100–$1,000 and/or up to 6 months in jail.
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