INCLINE VILLAGE/CRYSTAL BAY

With the arrival of moisture, higher humidity, and winter weather conditions, outdoor burning is permissible in Incline Village and Crystal Bay.

Permits for open burning of pine needles, slash piles, and recreational fire pits are available Monday through Friday.

To schedule an inspection and obtain a permit visit the website for more information. Call (775) 831-0351 ext. 8107 for any questions.

Guidelines for open burning are:

• Permit is valid for open burning only at the address listed and only for materials authorized.
• Permit holders shall visit nltfpd.org prior to any burning activity to determine if it is an approved burn day.
• No open burning is permitted on No Burn Days as determined by the fire district.
• Open burning starts at 6 a.m. and all piles must be extinguished by 3 p.m.
• Provide a 30-minute fire watch after extinguishing any fire.
• Have a charged garden hose and hand tools nearby.
• Keep pine needle and slash piles small and manageable.
• An adult must constantly attend fire.
• Clear a 25-foot radius noncombustible area around all fires.
• Keep fires away from any overhanging branches.
• Have a fire extinguisher, charged garden hose, and hand tools readily available nearby.

~ North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District press release