Outdoor burning rules in Peoria, AZ — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Peoria restricts open burning within city limits under the International Fire Code and Maricopa County air quality regulations. Recreational fires in approved containers may be allowed when air quality permits.
Open burning of trash, yard waste, and debris is prohibited in Peoria. The city follows the International Fire Code adopted locally. The Maricopa County Air Quality Department issues no-burn advisories that further restrict all outdoor burning including recreational fires. Agricultural burning requires permits. Recreational campfires in approved containers may be permitted on private property when no air quality restrictions are in effect.
Open burning violations result in fire department citations. Air quality violations carry separate penalties from Maricopa County.
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