Fire Department
Permits are valid from January 15, 2021 to May 01, 2022.
For 2021 Hopkinton Fire moved to a new online burn permit system.
Click here for more information
Click here to go directly to the application/activation page
Once you receive your Burn Permit Number, Authorization is required each day you burn!
When you receive your permit confirmation, and if conditions allow, you may authorize between
9:00 AM and 1:00 PM until May 01, 2022 online using this form, or call 508-497-2325.
Open Burning Regulations – Massachusetts 310 CMR 7.07
Fire may not be started prior to 10:00 AM.
Fire must be completely extinguished by 4:00 PM.
Fire must be greater than 75 feet from any dwelling.
Burning of leaves, stumps, grass, hay and building materials is prohibited.
The Hopkinton Fire Department requires a hose or other source of adequate water and appropriate tools be available while burning. Fires shall be of a manageable size and shall be attended at all times.
Visit the Fire Station or call 508-497-2325 with any Burn Permit questions.