Outdoor Burning: Cedar Park vs Round Rock
How do outdoor burning rules compare between Cedar Park, TX and Round Rock, TX?
Round Rock has fewer restrictions than Cedar Park.
Cedar Park, TX
Williamson County
Open outdoor burning is prohibited inside Cedar Park city limits except in Rural Agricultural (RA) zoned areas, and even there requires a $35 permit from the Cedar Park Fire Marshal. Williamson County burn bans automatically apply.
View full Cedar Park rules →Round Rock, TX
Williamson County
Outdoor burning in Round Rock is restricted. Open burning of trash, debris, and yard waste is generally prohibited within the city. Burn bans issued by Williamson County or TCEQ also apply.
View full Round Rock rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Cedar Park | Round Rock |
|---|---|---|
| Open burning allowed in city? | No – only in RA-zoned parcels with permit | - |
| Open burn permit fee | $35 (Fire Marshal's Office) | - |
| TCEQ state rule | 30 TAC §111.219 | - |
| Williamson County burn-ban fine | Up to $500 (Class C misdemeanor) | - |
| Prohibited materials | Tires, shingles, building materials, rubbish, flammable liquids | - |
| Trash/Debris Burning | - | Prohibited |
| Yard Waste Burning | - | Generally prohibited in city |
| County Burn Bans | - | Issued by Williamson Co. Commissioners |
| State Authority | - | TCEQ open burning rules |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Cedar Park FAQ
Can I burn leaves in my Cedar Park backyard?
No. Open burning of yard waste is prohibited inside Cedar Park city limits except on Rural Agricultural (RA) zoned parcels with a $35 Fire Marshal permit, and even then is suspended during county burn bans.
How do I check if a burn ban is active?
Check the Williamson County Burn Ban Status page (wilcotx.gov/902) or Travis County's fire marshal page. Cedar Park's burn ban page also reflects the active county status.
Round Rock FAQ
Can I burn yard waste in my backyard in Round Rock?
Outdoor burning in Round Rock is restricted. Open burning of trash, debris, and yard waste is generally prohibited within the city. Burn bans issued by Williamson County or TCEQ also apply.
Do I need a permit for outdoor burning in Round Rock?
Trash/Debris Burning: Prohibited. Yard Waste Burning: Generally prohibited in city. County Burn Bans: Issued by Williamson Co. Commissioners. State Authority: TCEQ open burning rules.
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