When would a recreational fire be prohibited? Do I have to report a recreational fire? Is a registration/permit required for a recreational fire?

During a county-wide burn ban (aka Order Restricting Open Burning) or Disaster Declaration due to drought conditions or periods of high fire danger, recreational fires is strictly prohibited.

When a burn ban has been lifted, recreational fires are allowed with certain restrictions. Bonfires do require a permit that is used one time. Campfires, fires restricted to 2 feet by 2 feet in size do not require permits nor do you have to report them to the county.

As a courtesy, you can alert your local fire department. Please be mindful of your smoke in evening hour burns; winds usually die down in the evening and campfire smoke does not disperse into the atmosphere as easily and can offend your neighbors.

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1. I have obtained a burning registration/permit. Do I still have to call the county to report my burn?
2. When would a recreational fire be prohibited? Do I have to report a recreational fire? Is a registration/permit required for a recreational fire?
3. What if I am uncomfortable with the wind speed on a “good burn day”?
4. Can I call the Sheriff’s office to report my controlled burn?
5. How do I report a neighbor who is violating burning regulations? What if it is not an emergency?
6. How far away from my house must my fire be?
7. What are the consequences of burning on a No Burn Day?
8. What are the consequences of burning illegal materials?
9. Am I liable if my controlled burn accidentally damages another person’s property?
10. Is a registration/permit required for outdoor welding?
11. How will I know if it is a good burn day or if burning is prohibited?