Nebraska Open Burning Permit Requirement Statewide

Neb. Rev. Stat. section 81-520.01 prohibits open burning in Nebraska except with written permission of the fire chief or designee of the fire district where the burn occurs. The Governor may suspend all burn permits during periods of high fire danger. Permits are typically free, must specify the location and materials, and must be presented on demand. The Department of Environment and Energy separately regulates burning that produces air contaminants under Title 129. Local governments may not waive the state permit requirement but may add stricter setbacks, hours, or material limits. Agricultural burning is included.

Class III misdemeanor under Title 129 enforcement; civil penalties up to $10,000 per day for air-quality violations; liability for suppression costs.