Open Fire/Burn Permit Requirements for Heber-Overgaard.
Burn Line: (928)535-6709
Information on Red Flag restrictions can be found HERE.
As you may know, brush and wildland fires are a constant threat to our community. Because of this we have strict guidelines when it comes to having an open fire or burning cleared slash or brush piles. Fires measuring less than 3 feet by 3 feet are permitted throughout the year without the need for a burn permit, campfires etc. Persons wanting to have fires larger than this, burning brush piles etc., require a burn permit. The application form can be downloaded from the link at the bottom of this page and filled in, however, you must bring it to the fire station to receive a permit number and schedule an inspection of the burn site by one of our on-duty crews. This is to ensure that the site is adequate and does not present any danger to the forest and other structures. There is no cost to obtain a burn permit.
To light an open fire measuring less than 3 feet by 3 feet you will need to follow these guidelines;
1. Call the burn line on the day you plan on lighting a fire to check if it is a burn or no burn day, also called a Red Flag day.
2. Leave your name and address on the answering machine so that we know that you have a fire burning.
3. The fire should be supervised at all times by an adult and should not be left unattended.
4. There are no time restrictions attached to campfires as related to permit restricted fires.
5. If the fire gets out of control or starts to spread call 911 Immediately.
To light an open fire measuring less than 3 feet by 3 feet you will need to follow these guidelines;
1. Call the burn line on the day you plan on lighting a fire to check if it is a burn or no burn day, also called a Red Flag day.
2. Leave your name and address on the answering machine so that we know that you have a fire burning.
3. The fire should be supervised at all times by an adult and should not be left unattended.
4. There are no time restrictions attached to campfires as related to permit restricted fires.
5. If the fire gets out of control or starts to spread call 911 Immediately.
Follow the steps listed below to ensure that your fire does not spread and stays extinguished.
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Fires larger than 3 feet by 3 feet require a burn permit.
Burning of the following vegetation,Slash, Pine Needles, Tree Trimmings, Brush and Grass is allowed in Heber-Overgaard provided that a burn permit has been approved. It can be downloaded from the link at the bottom of this page and filled in. You must however, bring it to the fire station to receive a permit number and schedule an inspection of the burn site by one of our on-duty crews. This is to ensure that the site is adequate and does not present any danger to the forest and other structures. Site and fire restrictions are listed on the burn permit application. The fire department office is open Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm and closed on observed holidays.
As with open fires you must also follow these guidelines prior to igniting a fire;
1. Call the burn line on the day you plan on lighting a fire to check if it is a burn or no burn day, also called a Red Flag day.
2. Leave your name and address on the answering machine so that we know that you have a fire burning.
3. A copy of the burn permit should be present at the site during the burn.
4. The fire should be supervised at all times by an adult and should not be left unattended.
5. Have a source of water available on site, hose, water tank etc. to prevent fire spread.
6. Have tools available to prevent fire spread, rake, shovel etc.
7. If the fire gets out of control or starts to spread call 911 Immediately.
You are only allowed to burn during the following periods:
Start igniting no earlier than: April through September 6:00am and fire must be extinguished by 8:00pm
October through March 6:00am and fire must be extinguished by 6:00pm
A reporting form is attached to the burn permit and should be completed every time you burn, this should be returned to the fire department no later than March 15th of each year.
Should you have any questions or concerns regarding burning in the Heber-Overgaard area please call us at (928)535-4346 during regular office hours.
| Heber-Overgaard Burn Permit Application Form |
Burning is governed by the Department of Environmental Quality and Air Pollution Control [A.A.C.R18-2-602].
Information on which can be found HERE.
Information on which can be found HERE.
