Best Practice Action 23.2
GreenStep City Best Practices: Environmental Management
Local Air Quality No. 23
Prevent generation of local air contaminants so as to improve community health.
Best Practice Action Detail
Best Practice Action 2
Reduce residential burning of wood and yard waste and eliminate ‘backyard’ trash burning.
Education:
- Use the MPCA Air Pollution Score on the Environmental Justice Areas of Concern Map (MPCA) to locate areas for targeted assistance and incentives.
- Burning woody yard waste may be allowable (larger than a recreational fire would require an open burn permit through MN DNR), but there are often better options. The anticipated quantity of EAB wood waste calls for consideration of no/limited burning and better/higher value management options.
- Burning household garbage such as in a burn barrel is generally against the law in MN.
- The MPCA recommends burning dry wood (10-20% moisture content) over wet wood whenever possible, as this reduces particulate emissions.
- EPA Burnwise has great information and lots of resources including information about how to build a wood shed, to tips for a long lasting burn in a wood stove, and many, many more.
- An outreach campaign might partner or be run by chimney sweeps, who are in people's houses and can recommend cleaner burning techniques and technologies, potentially incentivized by the city.
Programs:
- Environmental Initiative’s Minnesota Project Stove Swap is a voluntary program that provides financial incentives to consumers to replace old wood heating appliances with new, more efficient, less-polluting technologies. Across Minnesota one-third of homes are heated without natural gas, and use wood, fuel oil, bottle/tank propane, and electricity-alone.
- New high-efficiency air source heat pumps (ASHPs) run by electricity can replace these non-natural gas fuels and operate with outdoor temperatures as low as -13 degrees F. Financial payback for installing ASHPs is short when an existing heating or cooling system needs to be replaced. If replacing propane, total heating costs/energy reduced is in the range of 28% to 54%. Check for utility, state, and federal rebates and tax credits.
Ordinances:
- Many cities across the state require permits for recreational fires. This is a great option to help educate more residents about the important factors to consider when having recreational fires that can impact neighbors. City of St. Anthony Village and City of St. Louis Park ordinances are great examples of how to regulate recreational fires.
- A number of Minnesota cities have placed a ban on use of outdoor wood boilers (Savage, Burnsville, Stillwater). Other cities have adopted additional standards like moratoriums, restrictions on warm season usage, and/or permitting, setback and stack height requirements. See certified hydronic heaters / outdoor wood boilers on the EPA site.
- In 2016, the MPCA developed two model nuisance and zoning ordinances to address solid fuel-fired heating devices such as wood boilers or outdoor furnaces to assist local governments in addressing wood smoke complaints.
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Conduct an education campaign (including website information and other media releases or outreach techniques) on the health risks of wood and trash burning, including the steps needed to mitigate those risks; educate your community about air pollution. |
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Adopt zoning language to address outdoor wood boilers; require a permit for recreational fires; educate residents and inspect recreational burning when there is an air quality alert; adopt nuisance ordinance language by referencing the MN Fire Code or requiring a permit for recreational fires. |
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Ban (on a permanent or interim basis) or enforce performance standards for specific types of burning. |
Who's doing it
Golden Valley -
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Year action initially completed: 2014
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Golden Valley has a City ordinance that regulates recreational fires (Section 12-24 of City Code) and provides guidance for recreational burning on the City website. Section 10-4 of the City Code prohibits the installation, use, and maintenance of outdoor wood boilers.
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Descriptive links: https://library.municode.com/mn/golden_valley/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIGEOR_CH12FIPRPR_ARTIIOPBUREFI_S12-24REFI
For more information contact:
Jason Zimmerman (City staff) | jzimmerman@goldenvalleymn.gov | (763)-593-8099
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Granite Falls -
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Year action initially completed: Prior to 2016
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Residents are only allowed to burn wood under certain requirements. In addition, the city does not allow trash burning in yards.
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Crystal Johnson (City staff) | crystal.johnson@granitefalls.com | 320-56-3011
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Inver Grove Heights -
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Year action initially completed: 2010
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The City of Inver Grove Heights adopted an Outdoor Wood Burning Ordinance in 2010 which prohibits the use and operation of outdoor burners/boilers existing before October 2010. The Ordinance also prohibits installation of new outdoor wood burners/boilers. Permits are issued by the Fire Department for recreation burning.
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Ally Sutherland (City Staff) | asutherland@invergroveheights.org | 651-604-8511
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Newport -
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Year action initially completed: 1997
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Chapter 14, Article II of the City Code addresses open burning in the City of Newport. Permits are required for open burning and there are certain materials that are prohibited from being burned. Additionally, the City requires that only untreated wood, coal or charcol be used for recreational fires. Finally, outdoor furnaces are prohibited within the City.
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Descriptive links: https://www.municode.com/library/mn/newport/codes/code_of_ordinances
For more information contact:
Deb Schulz (City staff) | dschulz@newportmn.com | 651-459-5677
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Northfield -
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Chapter 34, Article 2.10.4(e) lays out regulations on outdoor wood burning,
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This ordinance is regulated by our building inspection department.
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Descriptive links: https://www.municode.com/library/mn/northfield/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIINOCO_CH34LADECO_ART2ZODIUSRE_2.10ACUSST
For more information contact:
Beth Kallestad (City staff) | beth.kallestad@ci.northfield.mn.us | 507-645-3074
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South Saint Paul -
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Year action initially completed: 2017
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City Ordinance §110-152 regulates the use of outdoor burners/boilers, prohibits new outdoor burners/boilers and prohibits the use of outdoor burners/boilers after May 31, 2019.
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Descriptive links: https://library.municode.com/mn/south_st._paul/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=SPBLADERE_CH110EN_ARTIXOUBUBO_S110-152REOUBUBO
For more information contact:
Deb Griffith (City staff) | dgriffith@southstpaul.org | 651-554-3230
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Chisholm -
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Regulation of outdoor wood stoves and furnaces by only permitting untreated fuel and wood to be burned. While all stoves must be EPA approved and follow property line and structure setbacks. The new ordinance states that no outdoor stoves may be used between April 15th and September 15th of each year. If the wood stove ordinance is violated, the person committing the violation shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
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For more information contact:
Steven Erickson (City staff) | serickson@ci.chisholm.mn.us | 218-254-7906
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Edina -
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Year action initially completed: 2007
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As part of Edina's city code and Ordinance 605, recreational fires (residential bonfires) must have a permit and comply to the following requirements:
- Wood to be burned must be clean and produce little detectable smoke or odor. Use only split and dry fireplace wood, minimum 1 inch in diameter. No treated wood, construction materials or yard waste (leaves, grass, twigs, etc.) may be burned.
- Oils, combustible and flammable liquids, rubber, plastics, chemically treated materials, construction materials, hazardous waste and rubbish/trash shall not be burned or used as starting material.
- Wood to be burned must be clean and produce little detectable smoke or odor. Use only split and dry fireplace wood, minimum 1 inch in diameter. No treated wood, construction materials or yard waste (leaves, grass, twigs, etc.) may be burned.
- Oils, combustible and flammable liquids, rubber, plastics, chemically treated materials, construction materials, hazardous waste and rubbish/trash shall not be burned or used as starting material.
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Descriptive links: https://www.edinamn.gov/732/Recreational-Fires
For more information contact:
Grace Hancock (City Staff) | ghancock@edinamn.gov | (952)826-1621
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Farmington -
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Year action initially completed: 2017
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The city has a handout regarding recreational fires on the website that outlines ordinance requirements and prohibited burning materials.
Per city ordinance, it's against the law to burn leaves, brush, and grass clippings.
Per city ordinance, it's against the law to burn leaves, brush, and grass clippings.
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Jared Johnson (City Staff) | jjohnson@farmingtonmn.gov | 651-280-6824
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Fergus Falls -
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The City of Fergus Falls has ordinances in place regulating both recreational burning and outdoor wood boilers.
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Len Taylor (City staff) | len.taylor@ci.fergus-falls.mn.us | 218-332-5418
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Lexington -
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IN OUR CITY IN OUR CODE BOOK ORDINANCE 05-05 CHAPTER 10 SECTION 10.41 THE CITY REGULATE OUTDOOR BURNING. MUST HAVE A LICENSE.
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Brenda Beaudet (City Staff) | brenda.beaudet@cityoflexingtonmn.org | 763-784-2792
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Red Wing -
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In 2010 the city held public meetings and established new requirements for outdoor wood boilers that establishes standards for burning wood with low water content.
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Paul Drotos (City staff) | paul.drotos@ci.red-wing.mn.us | 651-410-6744
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Robbinsdale -
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Section 910.47 of the City Code regulates open burning and creates guidance for open burning. A City permit is required for recreational fires. Section 910.51 of the Code further bans open flame heaters in structures containing three or more residential dwelling units.
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Descriptive links: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/robbinsdalemn/latest/robbinsdale_mn/0-0-0-6168
For more information contact:
Kayla Kirtz (City Staff) | kkirtz@ci.robbinsdale.mn.us | 763-233-5654
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Royalton -
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ORDINANCE NO. 49
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING AND CONTROLLING THE USE OF OUTDOOR ACCESSORY BOILERS WITHIN THE CITY OF ROYALTON.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF ROYALTON HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Accessory Boilers.
A. An "Accessory Boiler" is defined as an accessory structure or an addition to the exterior of an existing structure which contains a firebox and is designed to heat a structure or provide hot water through conveyance of heated fluids or gasses.
B. The only Accessory Boilers allowed in the City of Royalton shall burn corn or the fuel must be documented to meet an EPA limit of 3.75 grams per hour or less.
C. To further protect emission standards these fuels can not be burned in accessory boilers:
1. Household garbage and cardboard.
2. Plastics, colored ink on magazines, boxes and wrappers.
3. Coated, painted or pressure treated wood.
4. Driftwood, plywood, particle board, or any wood product containing glue.
5. Wet, rotted, diseased or moldy wood.
SECTION 2. Non-Conforming Use.
A. The lawful use of any existing wood burning accessory boiler unit existing at the time of the effective date of this ordinance may be continued.
B. No pre-existing, non-conforming wood burning accessory boiler unit shall hereafter be extended, enlarged, expanded, or replaced.
SECTION 3. Set backs
A. All outdoor accessory boilers shall be set back from buildings and property lines in accordance with the state building code.
SECTION 4. Fees and permits
A. Any person installing an accessory boiler shall first show documentation meeting the requirements of this ordinance and pay a verification fee to the City Clerk. Fee to be set by the City Council and may be changed from time to time by resolution by the Royalton City Council.
B. All accessory boilers need a mechanical permit from the building inspector for the City of Royalton.
SECTION 5. Violation.
Any person who violates any of the provisions of this ordinance shall, upon conviction thereof, be guilty of a misdemeanor. Each day that a violation is permitted to exist shall constitute a separate offense.
THIS ORDINANCE SHALL SUPERSEDE AND REPEAL ALL PRIOR AND CONSISTENT ORDINANCES. THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE EFFECTIVE UPON PASSAGE AND PUBLICATION REQUIRED BY LAW.
DATED: 10-21-08
CLERK: Carol Madsen
MAYOR: Andrea Lauer
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING AND CONTROLLING THE USE OF OUTDOOR ACCESSORY BOILERS WITHIN THE CITY OF ROYALTON.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF ROYALTON HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Accessory Boilers.
A. An "Accessory Boiler" is defined as an accessory structure or an addition to the exterior of an existing structure which contains a firebox and is designed to heat a structure or provide hot water through conveyance of heated fluids or gasses.
B. The only Accessory Boilers allowed in the City of Royalton shall burn corn or the fuel must be documented to meet an EPA limit of 3.75 grams per hour or less.
C. To further protect emission standards these fuels can not be burned in accessory boilers:
1. Household garbage and cardboard.
2. Plastics, colored ink on magazines, boxes and wrappers.
3. Coated, painted or pressure treated wood.
4. Driftwood, plywood, particle board, or any wood product containing glue.
5. Wet, rotted, diseased or moldy wood.
SECTION 2. Non-Conforming Use.
A. The lawful use of any existing wood burning accessory boiler unit existing at the time of the effective date of this ordinance may be continued.
B. No pre-existing, non-conforming wood burning accessory boiler unit shall hereafter be extended, enlarged, expanded, or replaced.
SECTION 3. Set backs
A. All outdoor accessory boilers shall be set back from buildings and property lines in accordance with the state building code.
SECTION 4. Fees and permits
A. Any person installing an accessory boiler shall first show documentation meeting the requirements of this ordinance and pay a verification fee to the City Clerk. Fee to be set by the City Council and may be changed from time to time by resolution by the Royalton City Council.
B. All accessory boilers need a mechanical permit from the building inspector for the City of Royalton.
SECTION 5. Violation.
Any person who violates any of the provisions of this ordinance shall, upon conviction thereof, be guilty of a misdemeanor. Each day that a violation is permitted to exist shall constitute a separate offense.
THIS ORDINANCE SHALL SUPERSEDE AND REPEAL ALL PRIOR AND CONSISTENT ORDINANCES. THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE EFFECTIVE UPON PASSAGE AND PUBLICATION REQUIRED BY LAW.
DATED: 10-21-08
CLERK: Carol Madsen
MAYOR: Andrea Lauer
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The goal of this ordinance is to set EPA limits on the emission standards for accessory boilers within the city of Royalton
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Descriptive links: Ordinance #34 Accessory Boilers
For more information contact:
Andrea Lauer (Elected official) | mayor@royaltonmn.com | 320-630-2229
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Saint Paul Park -
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City Code 26-32 Sub 11 prohibits the use of outdoor woodburning furnaces, defined as a fuel burning device designed to burn primarily wood by hand firing and that is not located inside a structure ordinarily occupied by humans.
City Code 26-32 sub. 12 prohibits outdoor biomass burners, defined as a burning device designed to burn fine particular cellulose materials such as sawdust, dried wood chips, charcoal, coal, corn and thermapolastics and that is not located inside a structure ordinarily occupied by humans.
City Code 26-34 sub. 19 states throwing, placing, depositing, or burning leaves, trash, or lawn clippings, weeds, grass or other material in streets, alley, or gutters is punishable as a misdemeanor.
City Code 26-32 sub. 12 prohibits outdoor biomass burners, defined as a burning device designed to burn fine particular cellulose materials such as sawdust, dried wood chips, charcoal, coal, corn and thermapolastics and that is not located inside a structure ordinarily occupied by humans.
City Code 26-34 sub. 19 states throwing, placing, depositing, or burning leaves, trash, or lawn clippings, weeds, grass or other material in streets, alley, or gutters is punishable as a misdemeanor.
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Kevin Walsh (City staff) | kwalsh@stpaulpark.org | 651-459-9785
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Shorewood -
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Four years ago Shorewood adopted regulations pertaining to the use of outdoor woodburning boilers.
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Julie Moore (City staff) | jmoore@ci.shorewood.mn.us | 952.960.7906
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Warren -
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Year action initially completed: 2012
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- City passed regulations and ordinances regarding recreational burning and outdoor residential wood boilers (90.38) as well as the permitting process (90.42).
- City passed regulations and ordinances regarding recreational burning and outdoor residential wood boilers (90.38) as well as the permitting process (90.42).
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Shannon Mortenson (City staff) | shannonm@warrenminnesota.com | 218-745-5343
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Woodbury -
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As per municipal code Section 8-3, Burning Regulations, recreational burning is limited in size and permitted only with the approval of the fire marshal. In this section the City has also adopted Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) rules 7005.0070—7005.0820, Air Pollution Control and Regulations.
In the city, outdoor wood boilers are considered a nuisance and are therefore not allowed. Municipal Code, Chapter 15 Article I.
In the city, outdoor wood boilers are considered a nuisance and are therefore not allowed. Municipal Code, Chapter 15 Article I.
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Jennifer McLoughlin (City staff) | jmcloughlin@ci.woodbury.mn.us | 651-714-3522
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Apple Valley -
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Apple Valley regulates recreational wood burning in chapter 93 of the City Code.
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Charless Grawe (City staff) | CGrawe@ci.apple-valley.mn.us | 952-953-2508
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Burnsville -
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Burnsville has a City Ordinance that regulates outdoor wood burning (ordinance is attached).
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Sue Bast (City staff) | basts@ci.burnsville.mn.us | 952-895-4524
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Coon Rapids -
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Year action initially completed: 2009
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The City of Coon Rapids has had a recreational, outdoor wood burning ordinance in effect for many years. The ordinance is in place to protect the safety of the residents, households, and the City's natural landscape. Size, duration and location of the fire are specified in the ordinance and must be followed. Such things as climactic conditions, extreme dryness, nuisance problems, or violations of the guidelines will be left up to the discretion of any police or fire officer, and all burning privileges may be withdrawn.
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Descriptive links: https://library.municode.com/mn/coon_rapids/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT12BU_CH12-400FIPRCO_12-415OPBU
For more information contact:
Colleen Sinclair (City staff) | csinclair@coonrapidsmn.gov | 763-767-6485
Partners: City of Coon Rapids Fire Dept.
Crystal -
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Recreational fires are regulated.
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Mark Ray (City Staff) | mark.ray@crystalmn.gov | 6127606712
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Eagan -
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City has recreational burning regulations. See ordinance at http://www.ci.eagan.mn.us/upload/images/Fire/Amendment%20to%20Sec%2010%2040%20%20Recreational%20Fires%20and%20Open%20Burning.PDF
set back requirements (350 ft. from property line). The ordinance was recently adopted and has not been codified yet. When it, the ordinance will be available on the City's Website.
set back requirements (350 ft. from property line). The ordinance was recently adopted and has not been codified yet. When it, the ordinance will be available on the City's Website.
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350 ft. from property line
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Descriptive links: http://www.ci.eagan.mn.us/upload/images/Fire/Amendment%20to%20Sec%2010%2040%20%20Recreational%20Fires%20and%20Open%20Burning.PD
For more information contact:
Jenna Olsen (City Staff) | jolsen@cityofeagan.com | 651/675-5330
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Eden Prairie -
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The City Fire Department provides guidelines for recreational burning. The guidelines are posted on the City website and are also available at the Fire Department Station 1.
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Descriptive links: http://www.edenprairie.org/modules/showdocument.aspx?documentid=1142
For more information contact:
Jennifer Fierce (City Staff) | jfierce@edenprairie.org | 952-949-8313
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Falcon Heights -
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The City of Falcon Heights revised our recreational fire ordinance to limit the location, duration, and type of fuel that is allowed with outdoor fires.
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The number of complaints regarding nuisance smoke has been dramatically reduced.
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Justin Markon (City staff) | justin.markon@falconheights.org | 651-792-7600
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Hopkins -
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Recreational fires in Hopkins do not require a permit (except during a burning ban) if they meet the requirements set forth by the Department of Natural Resources, the State of Minnesota, and the City of Hopkins. The regulations are accessible from our website. The City does require a permit for recreational burning if it does not meet regulations.
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Descriptive links: http://www.hopkinsmn.com/fire/burning.php
For more information contact:
Steve Stadler (City staff) | sstadler@hopkinsmn.com | 952-548-6350
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Jordan -
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City code section 90.072 outlines stipulations for recreational fires.
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Nathan Fuerst (City staff) | nfuerst@jordanmn.gov | 952-492-7929
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La Crescent -
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Year action initially completed: 2015
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The City of La Crescent has extensive ordinances banning and regulating burning of a variety of substances. See above link for specifics.
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Descriptive links: http://library.amlegal.com/nxt/gateway.dll/Minnesota/crescent/cityoflacrescentmncodeofordinances?f=templates$fn=default.htm$3.0$vid=amlegal:lacrescent_mn
For more information contact:
Shawn Wetterlin (City staff) | SWetterlin@cityoflacrescent-mn.gov | 507-895-4409
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Lake Crystal -
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The city ordinance 228, which was amended by ordinance 263, regulates outdoor wood burning within the city of Lake Crystal. The city explicitly prohibits open burning or use of burn barrels. The ordinances are attached for your reference.
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Taylor Gronau (City staff) | lccity@hickorytech.net | 507-726-2538
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Lauderdale -
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The City of Lauderdale revised its recreational fire ordinance to limit the location, duration, and type of fuel that is allowed with outdoor fires.
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Descriptive links: http://www.ci.lauderdale.mn.us/vertical/sites/%7B5F73237E-9F78-407B-A785-DA0D9F5C945F%7D/uploads/Microsoft_Word_-_05-07_Recreational_fire_2012_final_cleaned_up.pdf
For more information contact:
Heather Butkowski (City staff) | heather.butkowski@ci.lauderdale.mn.us | 651-792-7657
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Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe -
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The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe has an open burning, burn barrel and fire prevention ordinance.
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Brandy Toft (City staff) | air@lldrm.org | 218-335-7429
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Maplewood -
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The city of Maplewood regulates outdoor wood burning with specific procedures that residence must follow. The standards are written into a recreational fire procedure.
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Descriptive links: http://www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/DocumentView.aspx?DID=1671
For more information contact:
Shann Finwall (City Staff) | shann.finwall@maplewoodmn.gov | 651-249-2304
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New Hope -
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Section 9-9 of the City Code states that open burning shall be allowed for recreational purposes without a permit, including campfires, ceremonial fires, and cooking fires. Recreational fires shall not be used for disposal of yard waste, construction materials, or common household trash. Fuel for recreational fires shall only be aged, dry firewood. Section 9-12 of the City Code adopts the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency air pollution regulations and states that "no person shall dispose of refuse by open burning or cause, suffer, allow or permit open burning of refuse."
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Descriptive links: https://www.municode.com/library/mn/new_hope/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=CD_ORD_CH9GEWESA_S9-9PEMO
For more information contact:
Jeff Alger (City Staff) | jalger@newhopemn.gov | 763-531-5119
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New Prague -
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Year action initially completed: 2010
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City Code Chapter 92, sections 60 through 70 deal with burning within New Prague. Under this portion of City Code, burning of waste or yard waste without special permit. Permits are only issued under special circumstances, due to the City having a garbage hauler and the City operating its own yard waste collection area.
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Joshua Tetzlaff (City Staff) | jtetzlaff@ci.new-prague.mn.us | 952.758.4401
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Richfield -
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601.11 of code states "Air pollution controls and regulations pursuant to Minnesota Rules, Chapter 7005 (M.P.C.A.), are hereby adopted by reference." 921.05 of the city code states, "No person may cause, allow, or permit open burning within the City except as provided in this section." with a list of exceptions following.
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Descriptive links: https://library.municode.com/mn/richfield/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=CHIXPUSA_S921OPBURE
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Mike Dobesh (City Staff) | mdobesh@richfieldmn.gov | (612) 243-4502
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Rochester -
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Definition of recreational fire: The burning of materials, other than rubbish, contained in an outdoor fireplace, barbecue grill, or pit and with a fuel area 3 feet or less in diameter and 2 feet or less in height, for pleasure, religious, ceremonial, cooking or similar purpose. Recreational fires shall be conducted in accordance with the following:
The purpose of the fire must be recreational and not to dispose of refuse, household waste, leaves, brush, trees, or construction materials. The fuel may only be charcoal or fire wood cut for that purpose. RCO 141.12
The fire must not be greater than 3 feet in diameter and shall not be conducted within 25 feet of structures, and combustible materials or 15 feet if contained within an *approved barbecue pit or grill. Conditions, which could cause the fire to spread to within 25 feet of a structure, shall be eliminated prior to ignition. RFC 307.4.2
*An approved barbecue grill or outdoor fireplace must be designed, built and marketed specifically for outdoor cooking or burning. These appliances must be used in accordance with the manufacture's recommendations.
*An approved barbecue pit or ring is not larger than 36 inches in diameter or 9 square feet constructed of noncombustible materials and provides a 12" minimum enclosure depth above materials to be burned.
Fire extinguishing equipment such as buckets, shovels, garden hose or fire extinguisher, having a 4A rating, must be available to extinguish and control the fire. RFC 307.5 A person knowledgeable in fire safety and extinguishment shall be in attendance at all times, until the fire is completely extinguished. When extinguished, the fire must not be allowed to smolder. RFC 307.5
The purpose of the fire must be recreational and not to dispose of refuse, household waste, leaves, brush, trees, or construction materials. The fuel may only be charcoal or fire wood cut for that purpose. RCO 141.12
The fire must not be greater than 3 feet in diameter and shall not be conducted within 25 feet of structures, and combustible materials or 15 feet if contained within an *approved barbecue pit or grill. Conditions, which could cause the fire to spread to within 25 feet of a structure, shall be eliminated prior to ignition. RFC 307.4.2
*An approved barbecue grill or outdoor fireplace must be designed, built and marketed specifically for outdoor cooking or burning. These appliances must be used in accordance with the manufacture's recommendations.
*An approved barbecue pit or ring is not larger than 36 inches in diameter or 9 square feet constructed of noncombustible materials and provides a 12" minimum enclosure depth above materials to be burned.
Fire extinguishing equipment such as buckets, shovels, garden hose or fire extinguisher, having a 4A rating, must be available to extinguish and control the fire. RFC 307.5 A person knowledgeable in fire safety and extinguishment shall be in attendance at all times, until the fire is completely extinguished. When extinguished, the fire must not be allowed to smolder. RFC 307.5
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Descriptive links: http://www.rochestermn.gov/departments/fire/FirePrevention/Public%20Education/Regulations/Recreation%20fire.asp
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Jeff Ellerbusch (City staff) | ellerbusch.jeff@CO.OLMSTED.MN.US | 507-328-7132
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Roseville -
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Details about the regulations for outdoor wood burning are found on the city's website.
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Ryan Johnson (City staff) | Ryan.johnson@cityofroseville.com | 651-792-7049
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Saint Cloud -
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The City of St. Cloud has regulated recreational fires by establishing a policy that requires property owners to obtain a Recreational Burning Permit from the Fire Department. These annual permits require the permit holder attest to holding recreational fires in accordance with the setback requirements established by the policy and the Land Development Code. All recreational fires must be located outside of the front, street and interior side yard setbacks and must be located a minimum of 25 feet from all buildings or combustible materials. Treated lumber may not be burned in a recreational fire. The Fire Chief, or designee, may require the recreational fire extinguished if it creates or adds to a hazardous or objectionable situation. In addition, all recreational burning permits are considered temporarily void during declared burning bans and may be reinstated upon such time that the burning ban is lifted.
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Liz Kramer (City staff) | elizabeth.kramer@ci.stcloud.mn.us | 320-255-7226
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Saint James -
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Fire Pits/Recreational Fires - City of St. James Ordinance 10.25
Fire Pits/Recreational fires not permitted in the front yard setback area
Fire Pits/recreational fires maximum size is 3' in diameter and 3' high
Only sticks, twigs, and unsawn materials may be burned in fire pits in the City(no garbage, leaves, treated lumber, etc.)
Keep fires at least 25' away from any structure
Burning of Leaves - City of St. James Ordinance 10.26
Burning permit required
Burning permits available during the month of May and from October 15- December 1
Prohibited on City streets, boulevards, lake shores or any public property
25' setback from any structure, wood fence, hedge or bush and no less than 5' from any property line
Burning allowed between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Burning trash, rubbish, or other materials is strictly prohibited
Fire Pits/Recreational fires not permitted in the front yard setback area
Fire Pits/recreational fires maximum size is 3' in diameter and 3' high
Only sticks, twigs, and unsawn materials may be burned in fire pits in the City(no garbage, leaves, treated lumber, etc.)
Keep fires at least 25' away from any structure
Burning of Leaves - City of St. James Ordinance 10.26
Burning permit required
Burning permits available during the month of May and from October 15- December 1
Prohibited on City streets, boulevards, lake shores or any public property
25' setback from any structure, wood fence, hedge or bush and no less than 5' from any property line
Burning allowed between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Burning trash, rubbish, or other materials is strictly prohibited
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Descriptive links: https://www.ci.stjames.mn.us/293/Code-Enforcement
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Sam Hansen (City staff) | Sam.Hansen@ci.stjames.mn.us | 507-375-5090
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Saint Peter -
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Year action initially completed: 2007
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As temperature gets warmer, more residents become interested in spending time outdoors during the evening hours with recreational fires on personal property. The city then educate am remind residents of the standard guidelines for setting up a recreational fire.
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Todd Prafke (City Staff) | barbaral@saintpetermn.gov | 507-934-0663
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Sartell -
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The city has guidelines for Recreational Fires. The city follows the MN Uniform Fire Code and MN State Statutes. Regulations include: fire pit must be 25 feet from any structure or combustible material, all combustible materials must be cleared away from the area before starting the fire, fire pits must be constructed of non-combustible material and the fire ring or pit must be at least 8 inches deep for a recreational fire.
The city also has ordinances on storage of firewood, barbecues and deck fires.
The city also has ordinances on storage of firewood, barbecues and deck fires.
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Nate Keller (City staff) | nate.keller@sartellmn.com | 320-258-7316
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Savage -
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Year action initially completed: 2013
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The City of Savage requires a recreational fire permit. This permit allows family and friends to enjoy small recreational fires while being considerate of neighbors and allows only burning clean dry wood. Burning grass, leaves, and paper/trash are illegal and a violation of the recreational fire permit. The permit requires you to be aware of wind direction to avoid smoke blowing into your neighbors’ windows, and make sure the fire is completely out before leaving.
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The City requires a recreational fire permit application that encourages a reduction in fires that contain non-healthy combustible materials, such as garbage, etc.
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Descriptive links: https://www.cityofsavage.com/government/departments-divisions/fire/permits-and-licenses/recreational-fire-permit-application
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Andrew Slama (City Staff) | aslama@cityofsavage.com | 952-224-3470
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Shakopee -
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Year action initially completed: 2001
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The City of Shakopee has adopted the state regulations, M.S. §§ 88.16 through 88.171, on open burning and included additional regulations.
Shakopee City Code 130.06A establishes that it is unlawful for any person to burn or permit burning of any grass, weeds, leaves, rubbish, or other substances upon premises owned or occupied by that person. The following open burning is excepted from the regulation of this section; with respect to divisions (C3-9) and an appropriate permit are first obtained.
Open fires used solely for preparation of food;
Fires set by the City Fire Prevention Bureau and/or City Fire Department personnel or their authorized representatives for instruction and training use of fire protection equipment;
Fires set for the instruction and training of public and industrial fire fighting personnel;
Fires set for the elimination of fire hazards which cannot be abated by any other practical means;
Fires set for the clearing of and parcels greater than 20 acres in size;
Running fires on agricultural croplands greater than 5 acres in size;
Running fires conducted by state or federal agencies;
Running fires to cultivate or replace native plant landscapes; given the overall parcel size is greater than 2 acres in size and the fire area is greater than 1/2 acre in size. The property owner and/or occupant shall contract with a company specializing in native plant landscape management;
Recreational fires; provided, that all of the following criteria are met. For the purpose of this division (C)(9) the following terms shall apply:
RECREATIONAL FIRE.
Burning of materials other than rubbish for pleasure, religious, ceremonial, cooking, or similar purposes where the fuel being burned is not contained in an incinerator, outdoor fireplace, barbecue grill, or barbecue pit and where the total fuel area is 3 feet or less in diameter and 3 feet or less in height;
RECREATIONAL FIRES shall not be conducted within 25 feet of a single- or multi-family residential structure or commercial structure unless contained in an outdoor fireplace constructed of non-combustible materials containing a base supported by a minimum of 3 legs, a wire mesh screen on all sides, and a lid. Conditions which could cause a fire to spread to within 25 feet of a structure must be eliminated prior to ignition;
An outdoor fireplace as defined above shall not be used within 15 feet of a single- or multi-family structure or commercial structure;
Buckets, shovels, garden hoses, or a fire extinguisher with a minimum 4-A rating shall be readily available for use at RECREATIONAL FIRES;
RECREATIONAL FIRES shall be constantly attended by a person knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishing equipment. An attendant shall supervise a RECREATIONAL FIRE until such fire has been extinguished;
Any member of the City Fire Prevention Bureau, Officer of the City Fire Department, State DNR, City Police Department, or County Sheriff Department is authorized to require that RECREATIONAL FIRES be immediately discontinued if such fires are determined to constitute a hazardous or nuisance condition;
RECREATIONAL FIRES are not allowed if a total burning ban is in effect;
Maximum wind speed including gusts must not exceed 15 mph; and
The prevailing winds must be away from occupied structures.
RUBBISH. Waste material including, but not limited to, garbage, waste paper, leaves, grass, yard and garden waste, debris from construction or demolition, hazardous materials, oils, rubber, plastic, chemically treated materials, or other materials which produce excessive or noxious smoke.
Bonfires, providing that all the following criteria are met. For the purpose of this division (C)(10) the following terms shall apply:
BONFIRE. The burning of materials other than rubbish for pleasure, religious, ceremonial, cooking, or similar purposes where the fuel being burned is not contained in an incinerator, outdoor fireplace, barbecue grill, or barbecue pit and where the total fuel area is greater than 3 feet in diameter and greater than 3 feet in height.
Permits will only be issued for bonfires at community involvement functions, spiritual functions, and special event functions approved by the City Fire Prevention Bureau and the City Fire Department.
The bonfire shall not be conducted within 250 feet of a single- or multi-family residential structure or any commercial structure. Conditions which could cause a fire to spread, shall be eliminated prior to ignition.
The fuel area shall be contained to an area not to exceed 15 feet in diameter.
The City Fire Department personnel and apparatus shall be on stand-by at the bonfire site until such time that the fire is, in their judgment, contained.
Upon request of the City Fire Prevention Bureau, City Fire Department, or City Police Department, the permit holder shall provide an attendant to supervise the bonfire until such fire has been extinguished.
The bonfire shall be immediately discontinued if such fire constitutes a hazardous or nuisance condition.
Bonfires will not be allowed if a total burning ban is in effect.
RUBBISH. Waste material including, but not limited to, garbage, waste paper, leaves, grass, yard and garden waste, debris from construction or demolition, hazardous materials, oils, rubber, plastic, chemically treated materials, or other materials which produce excessive or noxious smoke.
Shakopee City Code 130.06A establishes that it is unlawful for any person to burn or permit burning of any grass, weeds, leaves, rubbish, or other substances upon premises owned or occupied by that person. The following open burning is excepted from the regulation of this section; with respect to divisions (C3-9) and an appropriate permit are first obtained.
Open fires used solely for preparation of food;
Fires set by the City Fire Prevention Bureau and/or City Fire Department personnel or their authorized representatives for instruction and training use of fire protection equipment;
Fires set for the instruction and training of public and industrial fire fighting personnel;
Fires set for the elimination of fire hazards which cannot be abated by any other practical means;
Fires set for the clearing of and parcels greater than 20 acres in size;
Running fires on agricultural croplands greater than 5 acres in size;
Running fires conducted by state or federal agencies;
Running fires to cultivate or replace native plant landscapes; given the overall parcel size is greater than 2 acres in size and the fire area is greater than 1/2 acre in size. The property owner and/or occupant shall contract with a company specializing in native plant landscape management;
Recreational fires; provided, that all of the following criteria are met. For the purpose of this division (C)(9) the following terms shall apply:
RECREATIONAL FIRE.
Burning of materials other than rubbish for pleasure, religious, ceremonial, cooking, or similar purposes where the fuel being burned is not contained in an incinerator, outdoor fireplace, barbecue grill, or barbecue pit and where the total fuel area is 3 feet or less in diameter and 3 feet or less in height;
RECREATIONAL FIRES shall not be conducted within 25 feet of a single- or multi-family residential structure or commercial structure unless contained in an outdoor fireplace constructed of non-combustible materials containing a base supported by a minimum of 3 legs, a wire mesh screen on all sides, and a lid. Conditions which could cause a fire to spread to within 25 feet of a structure must be eliminated prior to ignition;
An outdoor fireplace as defined above shall not be used within 15 feet of a single- or multi-family structure or commercial structure;
Buckets, shovels, garden hoses, or a fire extinguisher with a minimum 4-A rating shall be readily available for use at RECREATIONAL FIRES;
RECREATIONAL FIRES shall be constantly attended by a person knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishing equipment. An attendant shall supervise a RECREATIONAL FIRE until such fire has been extinguished;
Any member of the City Fire Prevention Bureau, Officer of the City Fire Department, State DNR, City Police Department, or County Sheriff Department is authorized to require that RECREATIONAL FIRES be immediately discontinued if such fires are determined to constitute a hazardous or nuisance condition;
RECREATIONAL FIRES are not allowed if a total burning ban is in effect;
Maximum wind speed including gusts must not exceed 15 mph; and
The prevailing winds must be away from occupied structures.
RUBBISH. Waste material including, but not limited to, garbage, waste paper, leaves, grass, yard and garden waste, debris from construction or demolition, hazardous materials, oils, rubber, plastic, chemically treated materials, or other materials which produce excessive or noxious smoke.
Bonfires, providing that all the following criteria are met. For the purpose of this division (C)(10) the following terms shall apply:
BONFIRE. The burning of materials other than rubbish for pleasure, religious, ceremonial, cooking, or similar purposes where the fuel being burned is not contained in an incinerator, outdoor fireplace, barbecue grill, or barbecue pit and where the total fuel area is greater than 3 feet in diameter and greater than 3 feet in height.
Permits will only be issued for bonfires at community involvement functions, spiritual functions, and special event functions approved by the City Fire Prevention Bureau and the City Fire Department.
The bonfire shall not be conducted within 250 feet of a single- or multi-family residential structure or any commercial structure. Conditions which could cause a fire to spread, shall be eliminated prior to ignition.
The fuel area shall be contained to an area not to exceed 15 feet in diameter.
The City Fire Department personnel and apparatus shall be on stand-by at the bonfire site until such time that the fire is, in their judgment, contained.
Upon request of the City Fire Prevention Bureau, City Fire Department, or City Police Department, the permit holder shall provide an attendant to supervise the bonfire until such fire has been extinguished.
The bonfire shall be immediately discontinued if such fire constitutes a hazardous or nuisance condition.
Bonfires will not be allowed if a total burning ban is in effect.
RUBBISH. Waste material including, but not limited to, garbage, waste paper, leaves, grass, yard and garden waste, debris from construction or demolition, hazardous materials, oils, rubber, plastic, chemically treated materials, or other materials which produce excessive or noxious smoke.
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Andrew Boucher (City Staff) | info@shakopeemn.gov | 952-233-9300
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Sherburn -
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Ordinance 2012-01, passed on June 18, 2012, added Section 804 to Sherburn City Code, to define recreational burning and place exceptions and conditions for them. The code also explains the duties to extinguish, the penalties and also the recreational fires that are prohibited.
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Descriptive links: http://nebula.wsimg.com/a0b8cc460fd98a9146f9afef3134bf90?AccessKeyId=7DFB687E0C10617CDFBE&disposition=0&alloworigin=1
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Kym Christiansen (City staff) | kym.christiansen@cityofsherburn.com | 507-764-4491
Partners: City of Sherburn, Sherburn/Welcome Police Department
Shoreview -
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All residents intending to have a recreational fire are responsible for abiding by the following regulations:
Fire size can be no larger than 3 feet by 3 feet, and no higher than 3 feet.
Wind speed must be below 10 miles per hour.
Fire must be constructed in a "fire ring" or pit at least 25 feet away from any combustible material or structure.
Flammable liquids or accelerants cannot be used to start any recreational fire.
If planning to have a recreational fire, be aware of any local burning bans in effect.
Recreational fires are prohibited during all burning bans.
Only clean wood can be burned. No grass or leave clippings are allowed.
Open burning is restricted to vegetative, non-polluting material, which cannot be practically composted or chipped.
Buckets, shovels, garden hoses or a fire extinguisher with a minimum 4-A rating must be present for use at recreational fires.
A knowledgeable person in the use of fire extinguisher equipment must constantly attend the fire. An attendant must supervise the fire until it has been extinguished.
The fire department is authorized to require that open burning be immediately discontinued if smoke emissions are offensive to occupants of surrounding property or if the fire is determined to constitute a hazardous condition. Variations of any of the above rules will result in the immediate extinguishments of the fire. These and any other violations of the open burning laws could result in loss of the right to have recreational fires and also may cause a citation, with fines up to $150 or more, to be written.
Fire size can be no larger than 3 feet by 3 feet, and no higher than 3 feet.
Wind speed must be below 10 miles per hour.
Fire must be constructed in a "fire ring" or pit at least 25 feet away from any combustible material or structure.
Flammable liquids or accelerants cannot be used to start any recreational fire.
If planning to have a recreational fire, be aware of any local burning bans in effect.
Recreational fires are prohibited during all burning bans.
Only clean wood can be burned. No grass or leave clippings are allowed.
Open burning is restricted to vegetative, non-polluting material, which cannot be practically composted or chipped.
Buckets, shovels, garden hoses or a fire extinguisher with a minimum 4-A rating must be present for use at recreational fires.
A knowledgeable person in the use of fire extinguisher equipment must constantly attend the fire. An attendant must supervise the fire until it has been extinguished.
The fire department is authorized to require that open burning be immediately discontinued if smoke emissions are offensive to occupants of surrounding property or if the fire is determined to constitute a hazardous condition. Variations of any of the above rules will result in the immediate extinguishments of the fire. These and any other violations of the open burning laws could result in loss of the right to have recreational fires and also may cause a citation, with fines up to $150 or more, to be written.
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Descriptive links: http://www.shoreviewmn.gov/resources/public-safety
For more information contact:
Ellen Brenna (City staff) | ebrenna@shoreviewmn.gov | 651-490-4665
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West Saint Paul -
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Year action initially completed: 2017
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The City of West St. Paul regulates residential burning location, duration and time, and which fuel sources cannot be used for burning. Fire extinguishing equipment must also be kept close by.
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Courtney Selstad (City Staff) | cselstad@wspmn.gov | 16515524118
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White Bear Lake -
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The City regulates recreational outdoor wood burning through the attached ordinance.
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Connie Taillon (City staff) | ctaillon@whitebearlake.org | 651-429-8564
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Greenstep Advisor
Tyler Ellis, Neighborhood Air Pollution Lead, MN Pollution Control Agency: 651/757-2191, tyler.ellis@state.mn.us