FAQs • Smithtown, NY • CivicEngage

I am doing some landscaping and land clearing on my property. Can I burn the debris (leaves, brush, twigs)?: No. Burning of any land clearing debris is prohibited. Burning of such debris is even prohibited in outdoor “firepits” or so called “chimineas.”

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Department of Public Safety - Fire Prevention

1. What permits do I need for my business?: A list of permits can be found in the Fire Prevention Code, §164-152 of the Code of the Town of Smithtown. Fire Prevention Code

2. What are the permit fees?: Permit fees are listed in the Fire Prevention Code, §164-152 of the Code of the Town of Smithtown. Fire Prevention Code

3. I am considering a wood- or coal-burning stove in my home. Are there any town requirements?: Yes. A permit to install a wood- or coal-burning stove is required from the Fire Prevention Division. The application and instructions are available on the Department of Public Safety Fire Prevention webpage. An inspection will be made by a fire marshal for final approval one the stove has been installed. Department of Public Safety Fire Prevention Page

4. I have had a wood or coal burning stove in my house for several years and need a permit in order to sell the house, what do I do?: It is possible to obtain a permit for stoves that have already been installed. See instructions available on the internet (see question #3 above).

5. I am looking to have a propane tank installed on my property and the company that I may use said I must apply for a permit from fire prevention, what is the process?: The propane company must apply for the permit, not the homeowner. National standards require installations to be done by a “qualified” person. As the qualified person, the propane company must apply for the permit to assure that all applicable laws are complied with regarding the installation.

6. I am doing some landscaping and land clearing on my property. Can I burn the debris (leaves, brush, twigs)?: No. Burning of any land clearing debris is prohibited. Burning of such debris is even prohibited in outdoor “firepits” or so called “chimineas.”

7. I am considering installing a fire sprinkler system in my business. Are there any Town requirements?: Yes. The professional installer must apply for a permit for the installation. The application and instructions are available on the Department of Public Safety Fire Prevention web page.

8. I am considering installing a fire suppression system in my restaurant’s commercial kitchen. Are there any Town requirements?: Yes. The professional installer must apply for a permit for the installation. The application and instructions are available on the Department of Public Safety Fire Prevention web page.