Outdoor burning rules in Utah County, UT — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Open burning in unincorporated Utah County requires a permit during the burn season (April 1–May 31 and September 15–October 31). Clearing index of 500+ required on each burn day. No burning June 1–September 15.
Utah County Fire Marshal issues burn permits for unincorporated areas only. The burn season is April 1–May 31 and September 15–October 31 — no open burning is allowed June 1–September 15. Permit types: Agricultural Burn Permit ($20 for 2 years, for properties 5+ acres); Open Burn Permit ($10 for 1 year, for properties under 5 acres); Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Burn Permit (call 801-851-8348 for 3-day permit). A clearing index of 500 or higher is required before burning; check the county's burn map. Burns must notify county dispatch before starting. No burning of tires, plastics, coated wire, or building materials. Burns must be attended constantly, extinguished before dark, and set at least 50 feet from any structure. Recreational fires under 5-foot fuel height require no permit for groups under 50 persons.
Fines for burning without permit or outside burn season; full liability for fire suppression costs if fire escapes
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