Outdoor burning rules in Little Elm, 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.
Little Elm requires a $25 annual burn permit from the Fire Department via the MyGov portal before any outdoor burning. Denton County burn bans override town permits during drought.
Chapter 50 (Fire Prevention) of the Little Elm Code of Ordinances prohibits outdoor burning without a current permit issued by the Little Elm Fire Department. The annual burn permit costs $25 and is obtained through the MyGov Permitting Portal by selecting Town of Little Elm, then Business License, then Annual Burn Permit. The Fire Marshal at fmo@littleelm.gov or (214) 975-0417 must finalize issuance after application and payment. State outdoor burning rules under TCEQ 30 TAC 111.209 apply to all burning in Texas. Denton County burn bans supersede town permits and are checked via the Denton County Fire Marshal website before burning. Burning of trash, construction debris, tires, and treated wood is prohibited under both local and state rules. Burning must occur during daylight hours with an adult present at all times. Wind conditions above 15 mph generally prohibit burning.
Burning without a permit: extinguishment by fire department without notice plus citation. Fire code violation: up to $2,000 fine per offense.
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