Burn Permits & Open Burning

A permit is required to burn within the District, in accordance with Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) policy. Always call before you burn.

Call Before You Burn, Every Time

928‑347‑5572

EVERY time before you burn you MUST call the Burn Permit line. The recorded message will let you know if burning is permitted that day. If you have a permit and plan to burn, leave your name, permit number, and emergency contact number on the recording.

Getting a Permit

How to obtain a burn permit

A permit is required to burn, in accordance with ADEQ policy.
Pick up an application at Fire Station #1, or print one and complete it as fully as possible.
Bring the completed application to Station #1, open seven days a week, 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.
The station may be closed during an emergency or on holidays.
Questions? Call (928) 347-5114.

Before you burn

Open burning is regulated to protect air quality and prevent wildfires on the Arizona Strip. You must have a valid permit and must call the burn line each day you intend to burn to confirm that burning is allowed.

ADEQ compliance: Burning must follow the policies of the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. Please review the ADEQ open-burning guidelines before you begin.

Apply Online

Apply for a burn permit online

Complete the Arizona open burning permit application below and it will be sent directly to the District. Remember: even with a permit, you must call the burn line at 928-347-5572 before every burn to confirm burning is allowed.