Outdoor burning rules in Lakewood, 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.
Outdoor burning in Lakewood is regulated under the NJ Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70), enforced by the Ocean County Bureau of Fire Safety. Open burning is generally prohibited. Permits may be required from the NJ Forest Fire Service for certain activities.
The NJ Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70) governs all fire safety in Lakewood, enforced by the Ocean County Bureau of Fire Safety under the Ocean County Fire Marshal's supervision. Open burning is generally prohibited under the fire code. The code applies to all buildings, structures, and premises except owner-occupied one and two family dwellings (which fall under the local fire department's jurisdiction). Bonfires and large outdoor fires require permits from the NJ Forest Fire Service. Recreational cooking fires in approved appliances may be permitted with proper clearances.
Fire code violations carry fines and potential criminal penalties. The Bureau of Fire Safety may order immediate extinguishment.
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