Burn Permit Information

When you have agricultural materials that need to be burned, a "Burn Permit" is required. Only agricultural materials (no trash) may be burned.

Residential (free)
A Burn Permit must be obtained by the owner or occupant of the residential property where the burning will take place. Proof of ownership or occupancy must be verified by driver license, ID card, or recent utility bill statement. The Burn Permit may only be used as per the conditions on the permit

Commercial ($25)
All commercial or second party persons wishing to burn must obtain a commercial burn permit for $25 through the Fire Marshall’s office. In some cases, the Fire Marshall may need to visually inspect the site and or materials to be burned. The Burn Permit may only be used as per the conditions on the permit.

Burn Permits can be obtained from the Central Fire Station, 310 Broadway or the Lakeshore Station, 220 Lakeshore Drive.

Residential - 7 days a week between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Commercial - Monday thru Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.