IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Call FFD non-emergency dispatch at 615-794-3411 to report outdoor air quality violations. 
• Burning brush and trash is prohibited in Franklin. Contact Sanitation & Environmental Services for help disposing of unwanted items. 
• Campfires and bonfires are allowed with a burn permit. 
• No permit is required for above-ground fire pits, chimineas, and smokeless fire pits.
• Consumer fireworks are prohibited in Franklin.
• View grilling safety tips HERE.

Outside Fire Risks 

There are many fire risks outside the home. You may have these in your backyard. Here are some ways you can keep your home safer from outside fire:

Wildfire Risk Reduction

Do you live in a wildland urban interface area (zone of transition between unoccupied land and human development)? By taking a proactive approach to wildfire prevention, you can significantly increase your safety and your home's likelihood of surviving a catastrophic wildfire. The actions you take to mitigate the risk on your property before a fire occurs can make all the difference. Learn more HERE.