Knowledge Base

Yes, under certain circumstances small recreational fires are allowed as long as they are:

• Contained in a metal outdoor fireplace or some other non-combustible container.
• Using only seasoned dried fire wood.
• Kept at least 50’ from any structures or combustible materials (house, shed, garage, wood fence, deck, etc.).
• Provide a means that will keep the fire from spreading to within 50’ of structures (garden hose turned on, shovels, metal rakes, etc.).
• Be in attendance of the open burning at all times.
• Completely extinguish the fire when done.

Can I burn yard waste or trash?

No, under no circumstances can trash or yard waste (leaves, twigs, branches, etc.) be burned.

Can I have a larger bon fire?

Bon fires are only allowed for religious ceremonies and a permit must be obtained from the Fire Department. However, a small bon fire no larger than 3’ x 3’, using seasoned dried fire wood, is allowed if the fire is within 30’ of a lake and must be kept 50’ from a structure