What types of burning require a permit?
Open burning is the burning of a bonfire, rubbish fire or other fire in an outdoor location where fuel being burned is not contained in an incinerator, outdoor fireplace, barbecue grill or barbecue pit. Permits will only be given for vegetation burns complying with the criteria established in the guidelines.

Vegetation burns are defined as those necessary for the clearing of agricultural fields, disposing of unused crops or for mitigating brush or intermingled weeds especially as it relates to agricultural operations.

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1. What are the fees associated with Fire Department permits?
2. What types of permits does the Fire Department issue?
3. What do I need to do to obtain a permit?
4. What do I need for a plan review?
5. What types of buildings need sprinkler systems?
6. What permits or fees are required to hold a special event in Boulder City?
7. What are the permit requirements for tents, canopies and temporary membrane structures?
8. Is a permit required for using explosives?
9. Do spray paint booths need to be permitted?
10. What are Maintenance Agreements and who needs 1?
11. What is a Monitoring Station and who needs 1?
12. What types of burning require a permit?
13. Are there rules regarding outdoor barbeques?
14. What is a Knox box and how are they used?