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A. Except as provided in this chapter, it is unlawful to discharge fireworks within the city.

B. The discharge of Class C common fireworks defined as saleable under AS 18.72.100, lawfully purchased outside the jurisdiction of the city, shall be allowed annually without permit on private property with permission of the property owner, during the seven-hour period beginning at 6:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on December 31 and ending at 1:00 a.m. Alaska Standard Time on January 1, except in these restricted areas:

1. Within 250 feet of any health care facility or assisted living facility, library, school or place of worship;

2. Within 500 feet of any automotive service station or other premises where flammable liquids or gases are stored;

3. Within or from any structure or vehicle; or

4. On or within 50 feet of lakes and waterways within city limits.

C. Permission to discharge fireworks in subsection (B) of this section will not apply during any period when the State of Alaska Division of Forestry has a ban on open burning in effect. (Ord. 07-67(AM) § 2, 2007; prior code § 13.06.040)