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Outdoor Burning / Hot Work

Overview 

All recreational fires, gas fire pits, and open pile burning require a NLTFPD Operational Burn Permit. Additionally, any Hot Work (Cutting, Torching, Grinding, or Welding) requires a Hot Work Permit. 

  • All Operational Burn Permits require an on-site fire inspection.
    • Fire inspections for operational burn permits may be scheduled online here.  
    • A permit fee will be charged to the applicant, once scheduled online. 
    • All outdoor burning on Red Flag Days is not permissible. 
  • All Hot Work (Cutting, Torching, Grinding or Welding) requires an NLTFPD Hot Work Permit. 
    • Permit issuance requires an on-site fire inspection. 
    • Hot Work permits can be scheduled online here. 
    • Hot Work applications shall be submitted prior to scheduling the inspection. Applications can be submitted at: 
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    • A permit fee will be charged to the applicant once when the application has been recieved. 
    • Hot Work on Red Flag Days is not permissible.
  • Permit Fees are based on the adopted Fee Schedule. 

Types of Outdoor Burning

 Seasonal Open Burning (slash pile or needle pile burning) 

Status: Not permissible at this time. 

Recreational Fires (Wood fire in non-combustible container and mesh screen)

Status: Permissible with permit.

Exception: Not Permissible on Short Term Rental Properties (STRs). STRs with recreational fires will be cited on site. 

  • Wood fire must be within a non-combustible container and a 1/8” mesh screen to prevent broadcasting of wood embers and flame spread. 
    • 30' separation from combustibles, structures, and vegetation, including pine needles. 
    • Charged water hose with nozzle and a 4A extinguisher within reach. 
    • Can only burn fire wood. 

Gas Fire Pits 

Status: Permissible with permit.

  • A predesigned gas fire pit connected to either natural gas or a propane cylinder.  
  • Manufacturer specifications must be reviewed and approved by the Fire District before permit issuance. 

BBQ's

Status: Permissible without permit. 

  • Propane, natural gas, or charcoal. 
  • Must follow manufacturer specifications. 

 

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