Outdoor burning rules in The Woodlands, 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 The Woodlands is prohibited under Montgomery County rules and the state's burn ban system. Montgomery County prohibits trash burning on less than 5 acres or within 300 feet of a subdivision.
The Woodlands is an unincorporated area subject to Montgomery County outdoor burning rules rather than city ordinances. State law (TX Health & Safety Code) prohibits burning of household refuse on lots smaller than 5 acres or within 300 feet of a platted subdivision — a classification that applies to nearly all Woodlands properties. This prohibition is a Class C misdemeanor. Montgomery County also issues burn bans during drought conditions (frequently in fall months). Leaf burning, trash burning, and recreational fires are generally prohibited given the subdivision density and lot sizes. Contact the Montgomery County Fire Marshal at 936-538-8288 for guidance.
Class C misdemeanor under TX Health & Safety Code for burning household refuse within 300 ft of subdivision or on <5 acres. Additional penalties during burn bans.
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