Outdoor Burning: Kent vs Kirkland
How do outdoor burning rules compare between Kent, WA and Kirkland, WA?
Kent and Kirkland have similar restriction levels.
Kent, WA
King County
Kent prohibits residential yard-waste burning year round under Puget Sound Clean Air Agency rules. Only clean-firewood recreational fires are allowed when no burn ban is active.
View full Kent rules →Kirkland, WA
King County
Outdoor burning of yard debris and trash is banned year-round in Kirkland under PSCAA Regulation I and RCW 70.94; only small recreational fires with clean firewood are allowed.
View full Kirkland rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Kent | Kirkland |
|---|---|---|
| Yard debris burning | Banned year round in Kent | - |
| Recreational fires | Allowed with clean firewood only | - |
| Burn bans | PSCAA stage 1 and 2 halt all fires | - |
| Land clearing | DNR permit, RCW 76.04 | - |
| Alternatives | Curbside yard waste or transfer station | - |
| Status | - | Year-round ban |
| Agency | - | PSCAA Regulation I |
| State Basis | - | RCW 70.94 |
| Only Allowed | - | Recreational fires under 3 ft |
| Max Penalty | - | 10,000 per day |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Kent FAQ
Can I burn leaves in fall in Kent?
No. Residential yard-waste burning is prohibited citywide. Use the curbside organics cart or the Cedar Grove drop site.
How do I know if a burn ban is in effect?
Check pscleanair.gov or subscribe to PSCAA alerts. Bans are common in summer fire season and winter inversions.
Kirkland FAQ
Can I burn leaves in my Kirkland yard?
No. Leaf and yard debris burning is banned year-round across all of Kirkland under PSCAA Regulation I.
How do I report illegal burning?
File a complaint with the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency online or call the Kirkland Fire Marshal for active fire hazards.
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