Standard Burn Permits
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Standard Burn Permit Applications:
It is mandatory to obtain a valid burn permit for all open outdoor burning for the purpose of disposing dried, natural vegetation grown on site. District permits are not required for small recreational or ceremonial campfires.
A standard burn permit authorizes an individual to burn a maximum of (1) 4-foot diameter burn pile at a time of approved materials. The fee for Standard Burn Permits is $20. Property must have a residence on-site. Burn hours are 6:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon on permissive burn days only - call 866-287-6329 (1-866-BURNDAY) to determine Burn Day status.
Standard Burn Permit holders in State Responsibility Areas (SRA's) are to obtain a CAL FIRE Permit as of May 1st of every year from the local CAL FIRE or Forest Service Office. These permits are required until the end of Fire Season is declared by CAL FIRE. Please contact your local CAL FIRE Office or U.S. Forest Service Office for how to obtain a permit.
Permit applications can also be obtained (not issued) through participating local fire protection agencies and CDF fire stations. There are several ways to obtain a valid burn permit. District staff is available Monday- Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. to issue burn permits at our District office 707 L Street, Eureka, or by downloading the application and mailing it along with a check or money order payable to the AQMD.
If you have additional questions or require further assistance, staff are available to assist you at (707) 443-3093 or support@ncuaqmd.org