Outdoor burning rules in Severna Park, 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 Severna Park are allowed under Anne Arundel County Code without a license, limited to 1 cubic yard of clean natural wood. Leaf burning is prohibited. Larger burns require a county license and must occur between September 1 and 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. Severna Park 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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