Fire Permits

Fire Permits
 
Fire Permits Required For All Outside Burning
 
Under State law (RSA 227-L: 17) a fire permit is required for all outside burning unless the ground is completely covered with snow.
 
Below is a current list of Fire Wardens that are available to issue fire permits or answer any questions that you may have regarding outdoor burning:
 
Fire Warden:   Brian Moser - (603) 495-3720
 
Deputy Wardens:
  • Robert Crane - (603) 478-0530
  • Jed Schwartz - (603) 495-3125
  • John Corrigan - (603) 495-5365
  • Chief Shawn Atkins - (603) 495-6170
  • Ryan Murdough - (603) 495-3294
  • Mark Dressel - (603) 495-3294
  • Dale Havunen - (603) 495-5399
  • David DeFosse – 603-495-0494
Burn permits can also be obtained online directly from the NH Division of Forests and Lands.  To purchase a permit online go to www.nhfirepermit.com, you will need to review a 7 question affidavit of the rules, then complete the applicant information.
 
After FIVE renewals the Fire Warden or Deputy Wardens must inspect site.
 
A) ANY NEW BURN PERMITS MUST BE INSPECTED.
 
B) ALL BRUSH BURNING WILL NEED INSPECTION.