Massachusetts allows residents to burn brush between January 15 and May 1, depending on weather conditions. You must obtain permission from the town or fire district in which you plan to burn brush. Many towns in Franklin County offer burning permits through this system. The permits are free of charge, but availability depends on weather conditions.

Open Burning Permit Season in Conway runs until May 1st. Residents must have a permit to burn. Apply at www.fcburnpermits.com or call 625-8200 for permits.