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Fires conducted in the open or in a barrel or drum between the hours of sunrise and sunset of the same day require an Open Air Burn Permit. The following must be considered prior to applying for a permit: 

  • Must be a minimum of 50 feet from all property lines, fences, structures, trees/hedges, overhead wires and combustible material
  • Size of burn must be contained to a maximum of 3 feet (length, width, height)
  • Means of extinguishment must be on site

Daily Permit Fee: $15.00

Weekly Permit Fee: $25.00 (7 consecutive days)

The image below indicates the setbacks required to obtain an Open Air Burn Permit. 

Open Air Burn Permit Setbacks

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