Outdoor burning rules in Tallahassee, FL — 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 Tallahassee is regulated by the Florida Forest Service and city fire code. Open burning of yard waste requires authorization from the Florida Forest Service. Burning trash is prohibited. Air quality conditions affect burn authorizations.
The Florida Forest Service manages outdoor burn authorizations statewide. Residents must obtain authorization before burning yard waste by calling the burn authorization line. Burning household trash is prohibited under state law. The Tallahassee Fire Department enforces local burn regulations. During dry conditions, burn bans may be issued by the state or county. Leon County also has burn restriction ordinances that may apply.
Illegal burning carries fines of $250–$1,000. Burning during a declared ban is a misdemeanor with fines up to $2,000 and potential criminal liability for any damage caused.
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