City Ordinance No. 2699 establishes rules for open burning in city limits, and what kind of activities require a burn permit. The following activities require a burn permit:
Bonfires
Campfires
Ceremonial fires
Clearing land for construction
Prevention/control of disease or pests
Fire department training
Elimination of hazards
Maintenance of agricultural and land parcels five acres or greater.
Acquiring a Permit - Sec. 20-140
A permit must be obtained from the office of the fire marshal.
Applications for permits shall be submitted to the fire marshal's office a minimum of one week (i.e., seven days) prior to the desired date of burning, during regular business hours.
To obtain a burn permit, complete the form below or call the Fire Marshal's office at (405) 742-8308.