Outdoor burning rules in West Valley City, UT — 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 and debris is prohibited; only recreational and approved agricultural burns allowed.
Under IFC 307 as adopted by West Valley City and Utah Administrative Code R307-202, open burning of leaves, grass, rubbish, and construction debris is prohibited year-round in Salt Lake County as part of the PM2.5 nonattainment area. Only recreational fires (small wood fires for warmth or cooking) and limited agricultural burns with a permit from the Utah Division of Air Quality are allowed. Burn barrels are prohibited. Violations carry fines up to 299 dollars per occurrence and may be prosecuted as air quality violations.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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