To acquire a permit, visit the website at https://burnpermit.fire.ca.gov watch the mandatory video which reviews burning requirements and safety tips, fill in the required fields, submit the form and a dooryard burn permit will be created. The applicant must then print, sign, and keep the permit on hand while burning. Permits are valid for the calendar year in which they are issued and must be reissued annually on or after January 1st of each year.

Contact your local Air Quality Management District to determine what permit requirements or burning restrictions apply in your area and ALWAYS call to ensure burn day status.

Amador County (209) 223-6246 El Dorado County (530) 621-5897

Sacramento County (916) 874-4800 Alpine County (760) 872-8211 ext. 240

South Lake Tahoe (530) 621-5842, (888) 332-2876

For alternatives to burning your piles, please contact the Amador Fire Safe Council at www.amadorfiresafe.org or the El Dorado County Fire Safe Council at www.edcfiresafe.org for details on available programs.

For more information on how you can protect your family, home, and property by creating and maintaining defensible space visit www.readyforwildfire.org.