Ohio Revised Code 1503.18
Regarding Kindled Fires

Prohibits outdoor open burning statewide in unincorporated areas during the months of March, April, May, October and November between the hours of 6:00 am and 6:00 pm.

This ban includes burning of yard waste, trash and debris.

During Spring, wildfire danger is high due to abundant dry leaves and grass.   Warm, windy weather in both seasons also contributes to elevated fire risk.   Always be sure to use a proper burn barrel when burning outdoors.   Call your fire department for info about local burning regulations.

Ohio Administrative Code 3745.19
Regarding Outdoor Burning

OAC3745.19 is enforced by the Ohio EPA
EPA notification is required for many types of open burns in Ohio.
Call 614-644-2270 with questions or visit:
www.epa.ohio.gov/dapc/general/openburning.aspx
for complete rules and to find your local EPA office or air pollution control agency.

EPA Basics for Homeowners

Materials NEVER to be burned at any time or any place in Ohio:
1.  Food Waste
2.  Dead Animals
3.  Materials containing rubber, grease, asphalt or made from petroleum

Other Restrictions:
1.  Fires must be more than 1000 feet from neighbor's inhabited building
2.  No burning when air pollution alert, warning or emergency in effect
3.  Fire/smoke cannot obscure visibility on roadway, railways or airfields
4.  No waste genertated off the premises may be burned
5.  No burning within village or city limits or restricted areas

OBEY OPEN BURNING LAWS
AVOID CITATION
BE SAFE