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1. Can I have a bonfire or burn leaves, tree branches, or brush?

Yes and no. The Beavercreek Township Fire Department (BTFD) enforces the Ohio Fire Code's (OFC) Open Burn Guidelines, which regulate what can and cannot be burned in the City of Beavercreek and Beavercreek Township. The BTFD has put together the following summary of Ohio's Open Burn Guidelines:

• Ceremonial fires (bonfires) are permitted. Examples of ceremonial fires are flag decommissioning, Boy Scout ceremonies, etc. These fires may be a maximum of 5 feet in diameter and a maximum of 5 feet in height and can only burn for a maximum of 3 hours. This type of fire does require a permit from the fire department.
• Recreational fires (cook-outs) are permitted in both the City of Beavercreek and Beavercreek Township. Recreational fires cannot be larger than 3 feet in diameter and a maximum of 2 feet in height and can only burn for a maximum of 3 hours. This type of fire does not require a permit.

For more information, please see the complete Open Burn Guidelines page.

2. My fire hydrant needs painted, who is responsible for the fire hydrants?

The fire hydrants are maintained by the Greene County Sanitary Engineering Department. Please call them for any hydrant issues at 937-562-7450.

3. Who do I contact if I want to start an open burn?

Please contact the Beavercreek Police Department or Fire Dispatch before you start burning. They can be reached by calling: 937-426-1211. Get more information on our Open Burn Guidelines page.

4. Can I burn yard waste like grass, tree limbs, or garbage?

Never burn:

• Asphalt shingles
• Construction waste
• Dead animals
• Furniture
• Garbage
• Plastic
• Tires
• Yard waste (grass, tree limbs, leaves, etc.)

Learn more about burning on our Open Burn Guidelines page.

5. Does the fire department solicit for donations by phone or mail?

No, we do not. If someone calls you and claims to be with the fire department and then asks for a donation, do not give them your personal information.  We also do not send post cards or any other mail asking for donations.  Be aware of these kinds of solicitations.  They most likely are scams.

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1. Where can I get information about open burning?

Visit our Open Burn Guidelines page for information about burning, including regulations and contact information.

2. My fire hydrant needs painted, who is responsible for the fire hydrants?

The fire hydrants are maintained by the Greene County Sanitary Engineering Department. Please call them for any hydrant issues at 937-562-7450.

3. How can I apply for a job with Beavercreek Township?

View our Human Resources page for information about our application process.

4. How can I get in touch with the Board of Trustees?

Let your voice be heard by contacting our Board of Trustees.

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1. What is a Knox-Box?

A Knox-Box is a rapid entry system which allows secure emergency access for property owners and fire departments. When a fire breaks out or there is a medical emergency, a Knox-Box product allows for immediate entry into buildings and properties without forced entry damage or delay.

2. How does a Knox-Box Work?

The residential Knox-Boxes purchased for this program is designed to be installed over top a resident’s front entry door. When installed, an extra key for the front door (provided by the resident) is inserted into the Knox-Box. The Fire Department will then secure the Knox-Box with a unique key. Only the Beavercreek Township Fire Department has this key, and it is securely located in the Department’s fire and medical apparatus. If an emergency arises, the responding crews are notified of the presence of the Knox-Box and are then provided permission to use the key.