Outdoor burning rules in Camarillo, CA — 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 of any waste materials is prohibited in Camarillo under CMC Section 9.04.110 and Ventura County Air Pollution Control District (VCAPCD) Rule 56. The VCAPCD issues daily burn status decisions. Recreational fires in approved containers are generally allowed outside of no-burn periods.
CMC Section 9.04.110 prohibits the burning of solid waste including yard waste, trash, and debris. The Ventura County Air Pollution Control District (VCAPCD) regulates all outdoor burning through Rule 56 and issues daily burn status determinations. On no-burn days, all open burning is prohibited including recreational fires. Agricultural burning requires a VCAPCD permit. Recreational fires in approved containers (fire pits, chimineas) with clean-burning fuels are generally allowed on permissible burn days, but must comply with California Fire Code setback requirements. During red flag warnings issued by the National Weather Service, the Ventura County Fire Protection District may order all outdoor fires extinguished. Camarillo's semi-arid climate and proximity to fire-prone hillsides make outdoor burning restrictions particularly strict. HOAs commonly prohibit outdoor burning of any kind.
Illegal burning violates CMC 9.04.110 (solid waste) and VCAPCD Rule 56 (air quality). Fines range from $100 to $1,000+ per day of violation. During no-burn days, penalties may be enhanced. Fire code violations are enforced by the Ventura County Fire District at (805) 389-9710. Air quality violations: VCAPCD at (805) 645-1400.
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