Bonfire or Open Fire Permit

An operational permit is required for the kindling or maintaining of an open fire or a fire on any public street, alley, road, or other public or private ground. Instructions and stipulations of the permit shall be strictly adhered to. Permits are granted by the Fire Prevention Division of the New Orleans Fire Department.

To apply for an open burning/bonfire permit, please contact the New Orleans Fire Department at (504) 658-4700.

Fees

  • $75.00 per day

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(504) 658-4700
317 Decatur St New Orleans, LA 70130 View on map

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The New Orleans Fire Department (NOFD) is a multi-response, professional fire protection agency with a classification of “Class 1” representing exemplary commitment to building code enforcement.

The NOFD covers 299 square miles of Greater New Orleans serving approximately 364,000 residents and is one of the best and most unique fire departments in the nation.