Outdoor burning rules in Simi Valley, 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 of yard waste, trash, and debris is prohibited in Simi Valley. The Ventura County Air Pollution Control District and Ventura County Fire Protection District enforce strict no-burn policies with limited agricultural exceptions.
Simi Valley prohibits all open burning of trash, yard waste, leaves, and construction debris within city limits. The Ventura County Air Pollution Control District (VCAPCD) regulates air quality and issues burn status advisories. Agricultural burning on qualifying parcels requires a VCAPCD permit and is only allowed on permissive burn days. Recreational fires in approved fire pits are the only exception for residential properties, subject to fire pit rules and red flag restrictions. Burning in barrels, incinerators, or open piles is prohibited. The city participates in the regional green waste collection program as an alternative to burning.
Illegal burning violations carry fines from $100 to $1,000 per incident. VCAPCD may impose additional penalties up to $1,000 per day for air quality violations. Fires that escape and cause damage result in criminal charges and full cost recovery for fire suppression efforts.
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