Tooele County officials released updated burn permit information on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, clarifying that residents in Stansbury Park and Tooele City remain prohibited from debris burning under localized ordinances. These guidelines follow previous seasonal permit regulations established by the North Tooele Fire District, which had previously defined the parameters for residential open burning during the spring and fall seasons.
Local Burning Restrictions
According to information from Tooele Wildfire, all private lands within Tooele County are eligible to apply for a burn permit, with the specific exceptions of Stansbury Park and Tooele City. In these two areas, localized ordinances prohibit the burning of debris. Furthermore, state code prohibits the burning of trash or any material that was not grown on the property, unless the local government does not provide a garbage collection service.
Seasonal Permit Windows
The North Tooele Fire District had previously outlined the seasonal windows for residential open burn season permits. According to its website, permits are issued between March 30 and May 30, and again between September 15 and October 30 each year. The district also noted that a closed fire season is in effect from June 1 through October 31.
Recreational Fire Guidelines
Stansbury Park maintains specific limitations regarding recreational fires. The North Tooele Fire District stated that the area only allows small cooking or recreational fires, and these must be contained within an in-ground fire pit or an above-ground fireplace. Permitted recreational activities include marshmallow or hot dog roasts and Dutch oven cooking. However, these fires may not be used for burning yard debris, grass, weeds, or leaves, nor for ground clearing.
Safety and Notification Requirements
Tooele Wildfire requires that notification be provided to the nearest Fire Department or Dispatch for any burning activity that is not classified as a recreational fire. Additionally, there are several safety requirements for all burning activities. Fires must never be left unattended and must be completely extinguished before dark. Residents are also advised that certain weather condition requirements must be confirmed prior to burning.
Enforcement and Resources
The North Tooele Fire District noted that while burn permits are free, fines for violations are expensive. Residents seeking more information regarding specific restrictions can contact the Tooele County Fire Warden at 435-833-8123 or call 435-882-6730. The district also provides resources for checking the Clearing Index for Tooele County (Basin 1) and general fire restrictions via Utah Fire Info.
Regulatory Framework
The current regulatory framework emphasizes the distinction between permitted recreational fires and prohibited debris burning. By maintaining these specific windows and localized prohibitions, the county seeks to manage fire risks across different residential zones and land types.
