SUBJECT:
Title
An Ordinance of the Town Council of the Town of Erie Restricting Open Burning in the Town
Department
DEPARTMENT: Police
Presenter
PRESENTER(S): Lee Mathis, Chief
Breena Meng, Town Attorney
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Fiscal
FISCAL SUMMARY:
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Policy
POLICY ISSUES:
To protect public health, safety, and welfare by establishing restrictions on open burning in home fire pits.
Recommendation
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the ordinance.
Body
SUMMARY/KEY POINTS
• The ordinance would amend Section 6-6-15(C)(4) of the Erie Municipal Code by adding new subsections (a), (b), (c), and (d) (see attached ordinance).
BACKGROUND OF SUBJECT MATTER:
In response to public complaints regarding burning, this ordinance will establish restrictions on open burning in home fire pits by including the following provisions:
• Setting limits on container sizes
• Requiring a wire mesh or screens to contain sparks and embers
• Establishing a 15 foot distance from structures and constant attendance
• Prohibit burning garbage (including yard waste)
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attachments
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Ordinance 029-2025