Outdoor burning rules in Warren, MI — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Open burning on residential property is prohibited in Warren, except cooking fires in approved containers (15+ feet from any structure). Bonfires prohibited. Outdoor fireplaces may burn only dry seasoned firewood, not between 1:00 AM–11:00 AM.
Warren Fire Prevention Ordinance (No. 80-788 and prior) prohibits open burning of waste materials including leaves, paper, painted wood, plastic, and Styrofoam. Outdoor cooking fires in approved containers are permitted if at least 15 feet from any structure. Outdoor fireplaces may burn only dry seasoned firewood, restricted to 11:00 AM–1:00 AM. Bonfires on residential property are prohibited. No fire may be left unattended without a person over 18 present. Excess smoke is prohibited.
Civil/fire code violation. Fire department may extinguish and cite. Fines apply.
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