Open Air Burning Permits Available From Andover Fire Rescue

ANDOVER, MA — Open air burning permits are now available from Andover Fire Rescue, the department said Tuesday.

Open air burning season is from Jan. 15 to April 30.

"You must purchase a burning permit to be able to burn and you must adhere to several restrictions," the town said. "A burning permit can be obtained online or by visiting the Headquarters Fire Station located at 32 North Main Street between the hours of 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily."

There are two options to apply for a permit:

1. "Apply and pay via Online Permit Center. If application is received by 3:00 PM, the permit will be issued the next business day via email. To apply and pay via Online Permit Center Click Here. New users must register a Home Owner User Account. Businesses may not apply for Open Air Burning Permits.
2. Apply in person at the Andover Public Safety Center, Fire Watch Desk at 32 North Main St, Andover, Ma 01810."

More guidelines on open burning are available here from the Fire Department.

Christopher Huffaker can be reached at 412-265-8353 or chris.huffaker@patch.com.