Outdoor burning rules in Santa Maria, 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 restricted in Santa Maria under Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District rules. Backyard debris burning is generally prohibited. Agricultural burning requires permits.
Open burning of yard debris, leaves, and trash is generally prohibited in the City of Santa Maria. The Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) regulates air quality and burning. Agricultural burning requires an APCD permit. Recreational fires in approved fire pits may be allowed under certain conditions. During red flag warnings or air quality alerts, all outdoor burning may be prohibited. The fire department enforces burn restrictions.
Illegal burning results in fines from the fire department and potential APCD penalties.
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