Burn Permits
Burn Permits
Burn permits are issued at Palmhurst City Hall.
Permits are free of charge and valid for one month.
To obtain a burn permit, please provide:
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Resident name, address, and phone number
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Burn site location (inspection required)
A burn site inspection is required and must be approved by the Palmhurst Fire Marshal before a permit can be issued.
How a Burn Permit Works
Once your burn site is approved:
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Before you burn, the applicant must call City Hall to ask whether the desired burn day is considered a “good burn day.”
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City Hall will contact the Mission Fire Department for conditions.
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A City official will notify you if burning is permitted that day.
Burning Schedule for Approved Days:
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Monday–Friday only
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Fires must start between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.
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All burning must end by 1:00 p.m.
Liability & Safety Requirements
Burn permits are issued with the understanding that the City of Palmhurst is not liable for any damage to nearby properties.
Permit holders must follow these rules:
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The fire must be supervised at all times.
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A minimum of 100 gallons of dispensable water or a dependable flowing water source is required.
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Brush piles must be located at least 100 feet from any structure.