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Open Burning

Open Air Burning

This year’s open burning season begins January 15, and will end on May 1.

All 2024 Open Burning Permits shall be online via Community Connect.

To obtain a permit click on this link Community Connect and create a profile;

  • Click on Residents
  • Create a profile with your email address
  • From your home screen select Apply for a Permit

Permits will be issued via Community Connect, please allow up to 3 business days for a response.

The permit fee is $25.00, checks should be made payable to the Town of Weymouth and should be mailed to the following address;

Weymouth Fire Department
636 Broad Street
Weymouth, MA 02189
Attn: Burning Permit
 

Conditions of open burning will be clearly detailed on your copy of the permit issued.

Authorization for burning is dependent upon atmospheric conditions and will be determined by the Shift Commander on a daily basis.

Permit holders must call 781-337-5151 x 2 when the auto-attendant answers select option 2 after 9:45 each day you wish to burn.  The recorded message will tell you if burning is going to be allowed.

Non-compliance with conditions of the permit may result in fines and penalties under Massachusetts General Laws.

Please adhere to the guidelines set forth on your permit and do your part to help make this open burning season safe and nuisance free!

 

Deputy Fire Chief Thomas Still

Fire Prevention Coordinator