Outdoor Burning Permits

Open burning of agricultural debris, excluding leaves, grass, stumps and demolition debris and trash will begin every year from January 15th and end May 1st at 4:00PM.

Burning is permitted Monday through Sunday, between the hours of 10:00AM and 4:00PM. Outdoor fires must be at least 75 feet from any building, attended to and under control at all times.

A Burning Permit MUST be obtained before any burning can be done. Burning Permits can be obtained by going on-line to: www.bcburnpermits.com and follow the instructions. Burning Permits may also be obtained by calling Forest Warden Griffin Willette at 413-652-5314 or Ryan Biros at 413-652-5287. If no answer, please leave a message if you intend to burn.

Violation of Massachusetts Law (527 CMR 10:20) can be punishable by a fine of $100.00.