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Outdoor Burning: Cleveland vs Euclid

How do outdoor burning rules compare between Cleveland, OH and Euclid, OH?

Cleveland and Euclid have similar restriction levels.

Cleveland, OH

Cuyahoga County

Heavy Restrictions

Open burning in Cleveland requires a permit from the Commissioner per §277.09. Cleveland Division of Air Quality limits burn size to 5x5x5 feet. Recreational cooking fires and fire pits under Ohio EPA limits (3 ft diameter, 2 ft high) may be exempt.

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Euclid, OH

Cuyahoga County

Heavy Restrictions

Open burning heavily restricted by Ohio EPA OAC 3745-19. Burning yard waste banned within Euclid city limits (incorporated area, population over 1,000).

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Key Facts Comparison

FactClevelandEuclid
PermitRequired from Commissioner-
Max Size5 ft × 5 ft × 5 ft-
Cooking ExemptYes, non-commercial-
Ohio EPA Limit3 ft diameter, 2 ft high-
Yard Waste-Banned in city limits
Authority-Ohio EPA OAC 3745-19
Recreational Fires-Exempt (under 3 ft)
EPA Fine-Up to 10,000 dollars/day

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Cleveland FAQ

Can I burn yard waste in my backyard in Cleveland?

Open burning in Cleveland requires a permit from the Commissioner per §277.09. Cleveland Division of Air Quality limits burn size to 5x5x5 feet. Recreational cooking fires and fire pits under Ohio EPA limits (3 ft diameter, 2 ft high) may be exempt.

Do I need a permit for outdoor burning in Cleveland?

Permit: Required from Commissioner. Max Size: 5 ft × 5 ft × 5 ft. Cooking Exempt: Yes, non-commercial. Ohio EPA Limit: 3 ft diameter, 2 ft high.

Euclid FAQ

Can I burn leaves in my yard?

No. Ohio EPA bans leaf and yard waste burning in incorporated cities over 1,000 population.

Who enforces this in Euclid?

Euclid at (216) 289-2700.

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