Outdoor burning rules in Shenandoah, 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.
Outdoor burning in Shenandoah is effectively prohibited. State law bans burning on lots under 5 acres or within 300 feet of a platted subdivision. Montgomery County burn bans frequently restrict all outdoor burning.
As a small city in a densely developed area of Montgomery County, Shenandoah's residential and commercial lots are nearly all within 300 feet of platted subdivision areas. Texas Health and Safety Code prohibits burning of household refuse on lots smaller than 5 acres or within 300 feet of a platted subdivision — a Class C misdemeanor. The city's fire code also restricts open burning. Montgomery County burn bans, frequently issued during drought periods, prohibit all outdoor burning beyond TCEQ-authorized activities. Contact the Montgomery County Fire Marshal at 936-538-8288 for guidance.
Class C misdemeanor under TX HSC for burning near subdivision. Additional penalties during burn bans.
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