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Information for commercial and government entities There are many alternatives to burning garbage, including recycling, composting, disposing of garbage in a landfill and donating or repurposing items. Many of these materials were not around several decades ago.īurning garbage can release pollutants that can cause many health problems, especially for populations that are sensitive to smoke and air pollution, including children, older adults and anyone with asthma or trouble breathing. Today's garbage contains plastics, dyes and other chemicals that release hazardous toxins when burned.

barn boards with any paint remnants or whitewash.

construction and demolition materials and.

plastics of any kind, including bottles, bags, film and agricultural plastics.

wood that has been painted, treated, laminated or glued.

oily substances, such as oily or greasy rags and oil filters.

The DNR's air quality and waste management rules prohibit burning any of the following materials under any condition:

When burning approved materials, follow DNR's safety tips to reduce the risk of wildfire.

Burning rubbish and yard waste is discouraged because of the air pollution it causes and because of the benefits of alternative disposal options. Keep in mind that breathing the smoke from debris burning is not healthy for you or your neighbors.

The rubbish and yard waste are burned on the individual household's property (not transported to another property and burned).ĭemolition and in-home business operations, including farm and landscaping operations, are not considered normal household activities.

The rubbish and yard waste was created by normal household activities and.

This allowance does not apply to commercial and government entities.īurning household rubbish and yard waste is allowed when both of the following are met: State regulations allow individual households to burn small amounts of dry, household rubbish (which includes only unrecyclable paper and cardboard, natural fibers, clean, untreated wood and similar materials) and small quantities of dry leaves and plant clippings unless prohibited by local ordinance. Trash/yard waste Burning trash and yard waste

Check with your local government or fire authority to determine whether additional requirements apply. Keep in mind that DNR requirements represent the minimum open burning regulations.

For burns outside of incorporated cities or villages, you will need to use this map to determine if your proposed burn is in a location that requires a burn permit. For specific information on the type of approval your proposed burn may need, please refer to the material tabs below.įor all types of allowed burns, including those requiring DNR approval for air protection or waste management, wildfire prevention must also be considered. You can also use the "Can I burn" tool, which is a set of guided questions to help you understand burning requirements or contact DNR staff.Įven if burning is allowed, DNR approval or licensing may be required. The tabs below provide information about the types of burning that may be allowed under state regulations. The DNR's air quality and waste management rules generally prohibit open burning, with some limited exceptions.