Outdoor and Open Burning

Open burning means any burning in open, outdoor fires. This includes burning in barrels, outdoor burning when combustion air is not effectively controlled and combustion products that are not effectively vented through a stack or chimney.

Depending on where you live, there may be bans or restrictions in place for open burning keep air healthy to breath. Certain areas of the state do not allow burning or may require permits. Cities, counties and local fire districts also have their own restrictions on open burning.

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DEQ has created an interactive map that shoes the statewide rules for burning restrictions based on type of burning.

Can I Burn Mapping Tool

In addition to using the map, always check with your local fire department before you burn to learn of any new local bans or restrictions.

Keep in mind that there are some things that are always prohibited from burning in Oregon. This page will help you better understand all topics related to outdoor and open burning including the types of burning, permits, and alternatives to burning to keep Oregon's air cleaner and safer for all.

Burning 101

Burning 101

Included on this page:

Can I burn?
Alternatives to burning
Prohibitions for burning
Burning permits
Burning complaints

Types of Burning

Types of Burning

Included on this page:

Agricultural
Demolition
Construction
Forest
Land clearing
Backyard burning
Recreational burning and barbeques

Before You Burn

Before You Burn

Included on this page:

Health impacts of burning
Fire safety
Regional offices
Fire districts
Other agency contacts

Resources

Contact

Contact your Regional DEQ Office if you have a question on current burn restrictions, receiving an open burn permit, local options for alternatives to burning, etc.

Northwest region Administrative office: 503-229-5696
Eastern Region Administrative office: 541-388-6146
Western region Administrative office: 503-378-8240
Environmental Complaints

For Statewide Open Burning policy or questions on OAR 340-264, email DEQ.