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Hartsel Fire Department Burn Permits

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The following acts are PROHIBITED on ALL PUBLIC AND PRIVATE PROPERTY during a declared Stage 1 Burn Ban: 1. Building, maintaining, attending or using open burning or an open fire as defined in Section 5.f. of this ordinance. 2. Target and recreational shooting, except on private property when the owner or lessee of such private property, or the owner or lessee's employee is present and supervising. 3. Blasting, or other activities, which generate flame or flammable material. 4. Outdoor hot work without a pressurized water system or at least a 7lb ABC or 2 ½ gallon pressurized or equivalent fire extinguisher, and large size pointed shovel readily available for quick use. 5. Fireworks and model rocketry. 6. Smoking except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site or while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable materials. 7. Operating a chain saw without a pressurized water system or at least a 7lb ABC or 2 ½ gallon pressurized or equivalent fire extinguisher, and large size pointed shovel readily available for quick use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can obtain a burn permit?

Only residents living in approved areas can obtain a permit. Permits are conditional and may be revoked at any time.

How can I obtain a burn permit?

You may register online using this website, or you can visit us in person.

What can I burn?

Hartsel Fire Protection District allows for the burning of clean wood only.

Do I need a permit?

If you want to have an open-air fire (bonfire, fire pit etc.) then yes, you need an approved permit. If you are an outdoor grill a permit is not required.