Burn permits required soon

Starting May 10, Idahoans must obtain a burn permit from the Idaho Department of Lands before starting certain controlled burn activities.

Permits can be obtained online at www.burnpermits.idaho.gov or in person at IDL offices statewide.

The burn permit is free of charge and good for 10 days after it is issued. Permits issued through the self service web site are available seven days a week, issued immediately, and valid immediately.

Idaho law (38-115) requires any person living outside city limits anywhere in Idaho who plans to burn anything — including crop residue burning and burn barrels — during closed fire season to obtain a fire safety burn permit. No permit is needed for recreational campfires. Closed fire season is May 10 through October 20 every year.

Residents also are encouraged to contact their local city or rural fire department before burning because some incorporated cities and towns may require their own burn permit.

IDL will not issue burn permits within districts where local burn bans are in effect.

Information: www.burnpermits.idaho.gov