Permits are required for open burning. Get your permit here!

Burning is only allowed between Jan. 15 – May 1
from 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Daily Activation is only allowed between the hours of
9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.

Open Burning 2024

Open Burning is allowed between January 15 – April 30, 2024. Seasonal burning permits for 2024 can now be applied for and paid for. Burning is allowed provided you have a permit, activated through this website, and comply with its requirements.

Fire Chief Line Art

Chief Patrick M. Egloff

The Westfield Fire Department is a municipal organization which provides fire, rescue and ambulance services to the City of Westfield.

Safe Burning Tips

Learn more about what you can burn, outdoor burning safety, from fire pits to brush and forestry debris.

FAQs and Laws

Find answers to your questions about this website, as well information about laws related to open burning.

ready to burn?

If you’re burning in the City of Westfield you will need to activate your permit everyday you burn.

Activate your burn permit by logging into your account.

Burning is only allowed between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.