Outdoor burning rules in Hoover, AL — 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 is prohibited in Jefferson County from April through October by the Jefferson County Department of Health (JCDH). During permitted months, a JCDH permit is required. Hoover also falls partially in Shelby County. ADEM regulation 335-3-4 and Alabama Forestry Commission rules apply.
Outdoor burning in Hoover is regulated by local fire code and state environmental rules. ADEM Admin Code 335-3-4 governs open burning air quality impacts. The Alabama Forestry Commission issues burn bans during drought conditions by county. Burning of garbage, tires, construction debris, and wire insulation is prohibited. Yard waste burning may be permitted in some areas with restrictions. Burns must be attended at all times. Contact Hoover fire department or Alabama Forestry Commission before burning.
Illegal burning: $250 to $1,000. Burning during ban: up to $1,000 and possible criminal charges. Environmental damage: ADEM enforcement.
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