Frequently Asked Questions Are there any regulations regarding the burning of household trash, or yard waste such as leaves and branches?
Yes, Stroud Township Ordinance 11-2001 sets forth strict air quality regulations. Burning is allowed only on Saturdays between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Any complaints involving illegal burning or air pollution caused by outdoor burning should be referred to the Monroe County Control Center at (570) 992-9911. Common sense dictates consideration for your neighbors. They may have health problems aggrevated by smoke, especially respiratory related conditions. Safety is a priority. Fines may be imposed for illegal burning. Stroud Township enacted the Air Pollution Control Ordinance in 1994 to specifically protect residents from adverse effects to the environment from burning. All outdoor burning is discouraged to limit the detrimental impact upon the health and safety of residents. Provisions are made for occasional outdoor burning on Saturdays between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Burning must be contained in a burning barrel or protected fire pit. Open burning is prohibited. Items that are o
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