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Express Terms 6 NYCRR Part 215, Open Fires

Section 215.3 (a) is amended as follows:

Section 215.3 Exceptions and restricted burning.

Burning in an open fire, provided it is not contrary to other law or regulation, will be allowed as follows:

(a) On-site burning in any town with a total population less than 20,000 of downed limbs and branches (including branches with attached leaves or needles) less than six inches in diameter and eight feet in length between [May 15th] October 11th and the following March 15th.

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