Outdoor burning rules in El Cajon, 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.
SDAPCD Rule 80.1 governs all outdoor burning in El Cajon. Open burning of yard waste is prohibited. CAL FIRE suspends burn permits during fire season. The hot East County climate creates extended fire risk periods.
San Diego Air Pollution Control District (SDAPCD) Rule 80.1 regulates all outdoor burning in El Cajon. Open burning of refuse, yard waste, and debris is prohibited. CAL FIRE routinely suspends residential burn permits during dry conditions, typically June through October, though El Cajon's hot East County climate may trigger earlier restrictions. Agricultural burns require SDAPCD permits. Recreational fires in approved containers are regulated separately. Any outdoor burning during Red Flag Warnings is prohibited. No household trash or garbage may be burned outdoors. Residents should use city green waste collection. Heartland Fire & Rescue enforces fire safety regulations locally.
Illegal burning: up to $1,000 fine and/or 6 months jail under PRC Section 4423. SDAPCD violations carry additional fines.
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