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Before you light a bonfire, you must either notify the authorities or obtain a permit, depending on the local regulations.

As a rule, only an informal application is required for the notification of a bonfire. However, this is handled differently in the municipalities; in some cases, more specific information and requirements are imposed on the customary fire/campfire.

• §§ Sections 1, 17 of the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Security and Public Order Act (SOG M-V)

Depending on the relevant regulations of the municipality, please enquire there.

Depending on local law, fires may only be permitted for a specific occasion and at a specific time, e.g. Easter fires.

Bonfires may also be generally prohibited in the vicinity of thatched houses or in spa areas. An organiser must be named who is responsible for compliance with the regulations (e.g. fire safety, registration of the event).

As a rule, only an informal application is required for the notification of a traditional bonfire/campfire. However, this is handled differently in the municipalities; in some cases, more specific information and requirements are imposed on the traditional bonfire/campfire. Please enquire with your local authority.

The wood used for the fire must not contain any environmentally harmful components. Suitable wood is natural; as a rule of thumb, only use wood that can be chopped and used for mulching or composting.
Impregnated, varnished, painted or coated wood as well as chipboard, blockboard, glued wood etc. are not suitable. Other waste such as bulky waste or hazardous waste must also not be allowed to enter the fire.

Fire residues should be spread over a large area on suitable surfaces. They should not remain collected at the site of the fire, as they impair soil fertility in excess. If in doubt, they should be disposed of via the waste disposal system. However, always enquire with the local authority about the relevant regulations.

Objection in the event of prohibition or non-granting of an authorisation

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