BRANDON, S.D. (KELO.com) — There will be some big bangs coming from Brandon this Fourth of July.
A new fireworks ordinance will go into effect for Independence day.
This year all fireworks available for purchase from a licensed South Dakota Fireworks store will be legal within city limits.
Restrictions apply for all public sidewalks, streets, alleyways and property.
Fireworks can be discharged on private property only with the owner’s consent.
Dry climatic conditions or other such emergencies could supersede fireworks use.
Here is the ordinance:
CHAPTER 7-1 FIREWORKS 7-1-1 REGULATION OF FIREWORKS Fireworks are hereby regulated for the preservation of the public peace, mental health, and safety of the community. Unless authorized by a Permit issued by the City, public discharge of fireworks within the City: A. Is permitted within the city limits of Brandon on July 3 and July 4 rd th from 10am – 11pm. Permitted fireworks are specific class 1.4G fireworks which include any and all fireworks that are purchased from a licensed South Dakota Fireworks retail store. B. May not occur on any public sidewalk, street, alleyway, or property. C. May not occur on any private property without the expressed knowledge and permission of the property owner. D. May not occur whenever the Mayor, Police Chief, or City Administrator issues a complete ban on any use due to dry climatic conditions or other such emergencies. A Permit for other discharge of fireworks may be issued by the City Council to individuals, groups or organizations for organized, public fireworks displays, based upon such terms and conditions as established by the City Council. Legislative History: Authority: Ordinance No. 33, §2, 3/8/76. SDCL Ch. 9-3 generally. Ordinance #572, 1/1/19 Election, 6/16/20 7-1-2 VIOLATIONS Any person who has been found to have discharged fireworks or found to have unlawful fireworks discharged from their residence in violation of this ordinance shall be subject to a fine of $250 per violation. In addition, the City of Brandon Police Department may immediately prohibit further discharge of any firework and may confiscate any firework from the violator. Legislative History: Authority: Ordinance #551, 6/13/17 SDCL § Ch. 9 Ordinance #572, 1/
