Burn Permit Information

Burning Permits may be obtained by calling 792-7596 ext. 16 or 791-3473 you may leave or name, address, phone number and days you would like to burn. (3 days maximum)

Here is an overview of some of the rules that apply to burning within Kochville Township limits:

1. BURNING ANYTHING OTHER THAN BRUSH, LEAVES OR GRASS IS PROHIBITED.

2. Burning Permits are required to conduct all open burning, excluding cooking fires contained within a barbecue pit.

3. Open burning closer the 300' from any structure is prohibited.

4. Recreation fire must be 50' from any structure.

5. No burning in windy (10mph or more) or very dry conditions.

6. A garden hose or other approved fire extinguishing equipment shall be available.

7. A person who is a minimum of 18 years old shall constantly attend all open burning.

8. The Fire Chief or his/hers designee is authorized to require that open burning is discontinued if it constitutes a hazardous condition.

9. There may be times when open burning is banned, due to weather conditions.

10. Piles larger than 15' in diameter, or 10' high, a burn contract must be obtained in writing by the Fire Chief or designee.