Outdoor burning rules in Manchester, NH — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Manchester requires permits for most outdoor burning. New Hampshire mandates written permits from the local forest fire warden under RSA 227-L:17 for open-air fires when ground is not snow-covered.
All outdoor burning in Manchester requires a written permit from the local forest fire warden under RSA 227-L:17 when the ground is not completely covered with snow. Permits are available online through the NH Division of Forests and Lands or from the local warden. Permitted burning hours are typically after 5 PM to reduce smoke impacts. Only clean wood and brush may be burned; household trash, construction debris, and treated wood are prohibited. Burn barrels are not permitted in many NH municipalities. Weather conditions and air quality affect permit availability daily. Fires must be contained and attended. The local fire department must be notified before burning.
Burning without permit: misdemeanor under RSA 227-L:17, fines $100 to $2,000. Burning prohibited materials: additional fines under RSA 125-N. Liable for all fire suppression costs.
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