Small recreational backyard fires are allowed, but burning of yard debris must stop whenever the Treasure Valley air quality index hits 60 or higher, and burn barrels are banned. Fires must stay attended with water and tools ready, and igniting is limited to between sunrise and sunset.
In unincorporated Ada County, backyard burning of vegetation debris (garden trimmings with branches under 1/2 inch, dry leaves) is legal outside a burn ban when air quality allows. Kuna Fire District rules require that ignition occur only between sunrise and sunset and that the resident or a competent representative remain in constant attendance until the fire is extinguished, with firefighting equipment such as buckets, shovels, garden hoses, and a water supply on hand. Grass clippings, garbage, plastic, and green or wet vegetation may not be burned. Cities set their own recreational backyard-fire limits, so confirm with your local fire department.
Unattended fires, burning banned materials, or burning at AQI 60+ can bring fire-code citations and full liability if the fire escapes.
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