Outdoor Burning: Castaic vs Long Beach
How do outdoor burning rules compare between Castaic, CA and Long Beach, CA?
Castaic and Long Beach have similar restriction levels.
Castaic, CA
Los Angeles County
Open burning is prohibited in unincorporated LA County except by permit from the LA County Fire Department. The South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 444 further restricts open burning. Wildfire risk areas have additional prohibitions.
View full Castaic rules →Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles County
Open burning is heavily restricted in Long Beach. South Coast AQMD regulates all outdoor burning. Wood burning may be banned on Spare the Air days.
View full Long Beach rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Castaic | Long Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Code | Permit required §105.5 | - |
| Air Quality | SCAQMD Rule 444 | - |
| Trash Burning | Prohibited | Prohibited |
| Red Flag | Total ban possible | All outdoor burning prohibited |
| SCAQMD Fine | $1,000/day | - |
| Regulator | - | SCAQMD + LBFD |
| Spare the Air | - | Wood burning banned on no-burn days |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Castaic FAQ
Can I have a bonfire in my backyard in unincorporated LA County?
Recreational fires in approved fire pits may be allowed on private property if you burn only clean fuels, maintain proper clearance, and comply with SCAQMD rules. Burning is banned during Red Flag warnings.
Can I burn yard waste in unincorporated LA County?
No. SCAQMD Rule 444 prohibits burning of yard waste, trash, and other materials. Use green waste bins or take materials to an approved disposal facility.
Long Beach FAQ
Can I burn yard waste in my backyard in Long Beach?
Open burning is heavily restricted in Long Beach. South Coast AQMD regulates all outdoor burning. Wood burning may be banned on Spare the Air days.
Do I need a permit for outdoor burning in Long Beach?
Regulator: SCAQMD + LBFD. Trash Burning: Prohibited. Spare the Air: Wood burning banned on no-burn days. Red Flag: All outdoor burning prohibited.
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