What you need to know
Under city ordinance, the sale, possession or use of fireworks—including sparklers, firecrackers and skyrockets—is prohibited. Violations are classified as a Class A misdemeanor and can result in fines of up to $2,000.
City officials said the restriction mirrors rules in many Texas municipalities and is intended to reduce fire risk and protect public safety during the holiday period.
The fireworks ban also extends beyond city boundaries in some cases. A 5,000-foot fireworks-free buffer zone is enforced in Williamson County outside Round Rock’s city limits, restricting where fireworks may legally be discharged.
State law allows fireworks stands to operate on unannexed land near the city. However, buying fireworks from one of these stands does not mean it is legal to use them in Round Rock or within the surrounding no-fireworks buffer zone.
Residents who currently have fireworks may surrender them to the city’s Inspection Division without penalty by calling 512-218-5590. Suspected illegal fireworks use can be reported to 512-218-5500, officials said.
County officials have published a map outlining permitted and prohibited areas.
