Burn Permits ~ Large and Small (annual) Outdoor Burning Ordinance
Can I burn today? The
toll free burning information line can be accessed at 1-800-633-0709
or on the internet at www.swcleanair.org
Burning must be restricted to natural vegetation
grown on the property where burning occurs. All other material is prohibited, except
what paper is necessary to start the fire. (WAC
173-425-040)
Residential Burning Permit (fill out on line) : Piles
under 4’x4’x3’ need a small fire permit. This permit can be filled out on line and faxed to Wahkiakum County (360) 795-0342; can be picked up
at a local fire department or town hall. If
your area does not provide these permits you can obtain
one from the Building Department, Third Floor, Wahkiakum County
Courthouse. There is currently no fee for the permit.
Land Clearing Burning: For piles larger than 4’x4’x3’ need
a large fire permit. These
permits can be obtained in person from Chuck Beyer,
Building Department, Third Floor, Wahkiakum County Courthouse. There
is currently no fee for the permit.
Burn Barrel Use Prohibited. The use of a burn barrel was banned in
the State of Washington effective April 13, 2000. Burning
garbage has been illegal in the State of Washington since
1967.
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