Outdoor Burning: Sandy vs West Jordan
How do outdoor burning rules compare between Sandy, UT and West Jordan, UT?
Sandy and West Jordan have similar restriction levels.
Sandy, UT
Salt Lake County
Open burning in Sandy is prohibited year-round for yard waste and requires a DAQ/Fire Marshal permit for any allowable burn. Utah's mandatory 'no-burn' air action days and the Wasatch Front winter inversion period (Nov 1-Mar 1) prohibit all solid-fuel burning including fire pits.
View full Sandy rules →West Jordan, UT
Salt Lake County
West Jordan prohibits open burning year-round under Salt Lake County air quality rules except permitted agricultural/fire department burns. Utah DAQ red/yellow air days ban all outdoor fires. Violations carry $299 state fine plus local penalties.
View full West Jordan rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Sandy | West Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| Burn Permit | Required, Fire Marshal only | Agricultural/FD only |
| State Burn Windows | Spring & fall only | - |
| Winter Inversion | Nov 1-Mar 1 restrictions | - |
| Air Action Days | All burning banned | - |
| Fine | $299-$1,000 | - |
| State Authority | - | Utah Admin Code R307-202 |
| Red Day Fine | - | $299 (DAQ) |
| Action Day Check | - | air.utah.gov |
| Fire Pit Max | - | 3 ft diameter, 25 ft from building |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Sandy FAQ
Can I burn leaves in my yard?
No. Sandy prohibits burning yard waste; use the city's green waste pickup or haul to the Salt Lake County Landfill compost facility.
How do I check if today is a no-burn day?
Check air.utah.gov or call 1-800-CLEAN-AIR. Red and yellow air action days ban all solid-fuel burning across the Wasatch Front.
West Jordan FAQ
Can I burn leaves in my backyard?
No. Burning yard waste is prohibited year-round in Salt Lake County. Use green waste pickup or take leaves to the Salt Lake Valley Landfill compost facility.
Are backyard fire pits legal?
Yes, on green air days with approved fire pits burning clean dry wood. They're prohibited on red/yellow mandatory action days (check air.utah.gov).
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