Outdoor burning rules in San Ramon, 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.
Open burning is prohibited in the Bay Area under BAAQMD Regulation 5. San Ramon falls within BAAQMD jurisdiction. Backyard burning of leaves, trash, and yard waste banned since 1970. San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District handles fire safety enforcement.
Open burning of yard waste, trash, and construction debris is prohibited in most of San Ramon per local ordinance and regional air quality management district rules. The relevant AQMD issues no-burn days and seasonal burning restrictions. Agricultural burning requires AQMD permits. Recreational fires in approved containers (fire pits) are a separate category under California Fire Code. CA Public Resources Code §4423 penalizes illegal burning during fire season. Use green waste collection instead.
Illegal burning: $100 to $1,000 city fines. AQMD violations: $100 to $1,000/day. PRC §4423: up to $1,000 + 6 months imprisonment.
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