Outdoor burning rules in Grand Prairie, TX — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Outdoor burning is prohibited in Grand Prairie under the fire prevention code. Burning trash, yard waste, or debris within city limits is not permitted. The Grand Prairie Fire Department enforces burn regulations and issues burn bans during drought conditions.
Chapter 12 of the city code prohibits open burning of materials including leaves, brush, trash, and construction debris. The fire department may issue additional burn bans during periods of drought or high fire danger as declared by the state or county. Cooking fires in approved grills and smokers are generally exempt. Violations can result in fines and fire department response charges.
TCEQ violations up to $10,000/day. Burn ban violations: Class C misdemeanor up to $500.
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