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1. How do I obtain a burning permit?

All outside burning in the Town of Hampton requires a burn permit to be issued. Applications shall be made either in person or by calling the fire department at 603-926-3316.

Burn Permit Guidelines

• As stated on the permit, the sole liability for damages or other costs (including extinguishing) caused by your fire are your responsibility.
• The burn site will be inspected by Hampton Fire and Rescue prior to the issuance of a permit.
• Burns shall be located a minimum of 25 feet away from buildings, fences, power lines, etc.
• Fires are not allowed on the beach in Hampton.
• The permittee must be at least 18 years old and the legal landowner, or have the landowner's written approval. The written approval must be submitted to receive a permit.
• The permittee must have proper suppression equipment to maintain control of the fire at all times.

Fire Law Brochure

The fire-law-brouchure.pdf (nh.gov) has the specific rules regarding outside burning.

New Hampshire Division of Forests & Lands Forest Protection Bureau

For more information you can call 926-3316 or go to: Welcome | NH Division of Forests and Lands 

2. Can I cook on my deck or balcony?

Fire Permissibility List

 

Items 1-3 do not apply to one and two family dwellings.

 

1.  Cooking
   1. Gas
      1. Not permitted on decks or balconies
      2. Must be 10 feet away from structures
   2. Charcoal
      1. Same restrictions as Gas
   3. Wood smokers
      1. Same restrictions as Gas
   4. Electric
      1. Permitted on decks and balconies
      2. Must be UL listed
2. Heating
   1. Propane
      1. Outdoor stand heaters must be 5 ft away from structures
      2. Not allowed on decks or balconies with structure overhead
      3. Indoor must be UL listed for indoor
   2. Kerosene
      1. Same as propane
3. Decorative
   1. Flame tables
      1. Permitted on decks and balconies
      2. Must be UL listed
4. Open Fires
   1. Fire Pits
      1. Must be less than 2 ft in diameter
      2. 25 ft from a structure
         1. Non-attached fences are not considered a structure
      3. Require a permit
      4. No construction debris
      5. Nothing larger than 5in in diameter
   2. Portable (Chiminea or “Solo stove”)
      1. Same restrictions as fire pits

3. Can I put a heater or flame table on my deck?

Fire Permissibility List

 

Items 1-3 do not apply to one and two family dwellings.

 

1.  Cooking
   1. Gas
      1. Not permitted on decks or balconies
      2. Must be 10 feet away from structures
   2. Charcoal
      1. Same restrictions as Gas
   3. Wood smokers
      1. Same restrictions as Gas
   4. Electric
      1. Permitted on decks and balconies
      2. Must be UL listed
2. Heating
   1. Propane
      1. Outdoor stand heaters must be 5 ft away from structures
      2. Not allowed on decks or balconies with structure overhead
      3. Indoor must be UL listed for indoor
   2. Kerosene
      1. Same as propane
3. Decorative
   1. Flame tables
      1. Permitted on decks and balconies
      2. Must be UL listed
4. Open Fires
   1. Fire Pits
      1. Must be less than 2 ft in diameter
      2. 25 ft from a structure
         1. Non-attached fences are not considered a structure
      3. Require a permit
      4. No construction debris
      5. Nothing larger than 5in in diameter
   2. Portable (Chiminea or “Solo stove”)
      1. Same restrictions as fire pits

4. How do I get a copy of a fire / emergency medical services report?

You can get a copy of a Fire / emergency medical services report by contacting the administration offices at 603-926-3316 or stopping by the Headquarters station between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. The Headquarters is located at:
140 Winnacunnet Road
Hampton, NH 03842

5. How do I schedule a fire station tour or arrange for a fire engine to stop by a block/birthday party, etc.?

You can call the fire department secretary or the on-duty shift commander at 603-926-3316 to make the appointment.

6. How do I become a firefighter for Hampton Fire/Rescue?

Hampton Fire and Rescue accepts applications from New Hampshire career firefighters wishing to laterally transfer as well as from candidates that have successfully completed the State of New Hampshire's statewide firefighter entrance examination process.  For more information you can call 603-926-3316 or check out the New Hampshire Fire Standards and Training webpage.

7. Why does the fire engine respond with the ambulance?

Fire engines are dispatched on emergency medical calls that require advanced life support, motor vehicle accidents, and calls in which additional personnel are needed to move the patient into the ambulance. This allows for sufficient personnel on scene to administer the advanced life support care and treatment that is necessary. By sending the fire engine we are using the most cost efficient method of service delivery because it allows the firefighters to respond to the medical call, provide the assistance needed, and then immediately be available for another call. If they were to use a different vehicle they would have to return to the fire station first causing increase response times and a longer wait for those who need help.

8. Where can I get my blood pressure checked?

You can stop by either fire station to have it checked.

Headquarters Station

The Headquarters station is located at:
140 Winnacunnet Road
Hampton, NH 03842

Beach Station

Beach station is located at:
119 Brown Avenue
Hampton, NH 03842

Home Visits

If you have difficulty getting out you can call our dispatch at 603-926-3316 and ask to have someone come to your home and check it.

9. Where can I get information on youth fire-setter prevention programs ?

The Fire Prevention Bureau can assist you with this by calling 603-929-1919.

10. Who can I call with questions about fire extinguishers?

The Fire Prevention Bureau can assist you with this by calling them at 603-929-1919 or the on duty shift commander at 603-926-3316.

11. Are fireworks allowed in Hampton?

Ordinance

The Chapter 6, Article 9:1 Town ordinance reads:

The sale, possession, or display of fireworks is prohibited in the Town of Hampton, except for displays as permitted by RSA 160: B:7 (Those are public displays that require a state and local permit)

Contact Us

For more information or if you have any questions please call the Fire Prevention Bureau at 603-929-1919.