Open Burning

Routt County Permit Process

Permitting in Routt County has been simplified. The permit application will determine: 

• Pile size and type
• Any burn-day restrictions needed
• Any fire safety concerns

PERMIT APPLICATION
 
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 *PLEASE EMAIL COMPLETED APPLICATION & REQUIRED PHOTO OF PILES TO: rmelzer@co.routt.co.us

 *PHOTOS ARE REQUIRED TO DECIDE WHETHER AN INSPECTION IS REQUIRED

Should the pile size be too large (Type 4) a Colorado State Prescribed Fire Permit will be required:  Open burn smoke permits | Department of Public Health & Environment (colorado.gov)

Regardless of fire type, always contact your local fire district (unless you are within the Steamboat District) and Routt County Dispatch before you burn. (970) 879 1110

See below links to local fire districts:

• Fire and EMS Services | Steamboat Springs, CO - Official Website
• Burn Permits | Oak Creek Fire Protection District
• West Routt Fire Protection District
• Home | North Routt FPD (colorado.gov)
• Yampa Fire Protection District - Home | Facebook

Other helpful links:

• Open Burn Management Plan for Fire Districts Outside of Steamboat Springs
• Slash Pile Burning Guide