Portsmouth Fire Department

• Fire Permits are always required for any open fire in Portsmouth

• Permits to burn brush are issued to individual property owners on a daily basis, weather permitting

• Seasonal Permits are available for individual property owners with chimineas or commercial fire pits not exceeding 24" in diameter.

• Due to the congestion of the South End, permits are not issued in that area

• Permit Fees are $10.00 and permits are available at any Fire Station

• Burning of sawn lumber, construction debris or leaves is prohibited at all times

• Commercial entities wishing to burn must contact Fire Prevention for assistance at 603-610-7345