Description: As of January 1, 2004 the North Coast Unified Air Quality Management District (District) assumed primary responsibility for the issuance of both Agricultural and Residential burn permits. During declared fire season, additional permits are required by CAL FIRE. Three dollars of every residential permit fee collected goes to local and volunteer fire districts.Possession of a valid burn permit is mandatory when burning dry natural vegetation outdoors for the purpose of disposal. District burn permits are not required for small recreational or ceremonial campfires.Permit applications can be obtained (not issued) through participating local fire protection agencies and CAL FIRE stations. District staff is available Monday - Friday from 9:00a.m.-12:00 and from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. to issue burn permits at our District office at 707 L Street, Eureka. Applications are also available online. Visa, Mastercard & Discover accepted, make checks or money orders payable to the "NCUAQMD".
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