Outdoor burning rules in Utica, NY — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
NYSDEC enforces a statewide open burn ban March 16 through May 14 annually across Oneida County. Garbage burning is prohibited year-round statewide. Violations carry fines up to $2,500.
New York State bans all outdoor brush and debris burning from March 16 to May 14 every year under 6 NYCRR Part 215 to reduce wildfire risk during the driest spring weeks. The ban applies throughout Oneida County including Utica, Rome, Sherrill, and all towns. Burning of household garbage, leaves, tires, construction debris, and treated wood is illegal year-round anywhere in New York. Outside the ban window, residential brush burning is allowed in towns with populations under 20,000 if piles are small and attended, though Utica, Rome, and New Hartford do not qualify. Campfires under 3 ft x 2 ft with clean wood remain legal year-round. NYSDEC Region 6 Rangers and local fire marshals enforce.
First-offense violations of Part 215 carry a minimum $500 fine, with penalties escalating to $2,500 or higher for repeat violations, escape fires, or garbage burning.
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