Fire Regulations in Sandoval County, NM (2026)

1 rule for unincorporated Sandoval County, New Mexico.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Sandoval County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Outdoor Burning

Sandoval County outright bans burning garbage, solid waste, or debris anywhere in the county. The county fire marshal's office can issue permits to burn certain types of yard refuse, but there's no exception for household trash.

Sandoval County Ban on Burning Garbage and Waste

Heavy Restrictions

Sandoval County Code § 14-25

Sec. 14-25. - Burning of garbage. No garbage, solid waste, or debris shall be burned within the county. Fire permits may be obtained by the county fire marshal's office for certain types of yard refuse.

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