Permits are required for open burning. Get your permit here!
Burning is only allowed between Jan. 15 – May 1
from 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Daily Activation is only allowed between the hours of
9:45 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
NO Fires may be started after 12:00 p.m. noon.
PLEASE NOTE: OPEN BURNING WILL BE RESTRICTED OVER THE APRIL PATRIOTS DAY WEEKEND.
OPEN BURNING HAS STARTED FOR THE SEASON Open burning is from January 15 through May 1. PLEASE NOTE: OPEN BURNING WILL BE RESTRICTED OVER THE APRIL PATRIOTS DAY WEEKEND. Please register and apply for you permit online in preparation for the 2025 burn season. Thank you!
Acton Fire Department
The Acton Fire Department is comprised of 43 uniformed members.
Safe Burning Tips
Learn more about 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 Town of Acton you will need to activate your permit everyday you burn.
Activate your burn permit by logging into your account. Burn Activation hours are from 9:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
NO Fires may be started after 12:00 p.m. noon.
Burning is only allowed between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
