The Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority (CAFMA) encourages residents in their jurisdiction to use the correct online resource when applying for residential burn permits or checking burn day statuses.
Residents in CAFMA’s service areas should visit https://prescottarea.burnpermits.com. Alternatively, the burn permit site may be accessed directly through CAFMA’s website at https://www.cazfire.gov.
When Is a Burn Permit Required? If you plan to burn vegetation, such as a burn pile or bonfire, an approved burn permit is required. Burn permits are not required for barbecues or fire pits used for cooking or warming purposes.
Important Burn Guidelines: What can be burned: Wood, yard debris, and leaves. What cannot be burned: Trash or household waste.
Residential Burn Permit Validity: Residential burn permits are valid only through the end of a calendar year. At the beginning of each new year, community members must visit the burn permit website to apply for a new permit.
Burning Safely:
- Monitor weather conditions: Weather conditions can change rapidly, so even on approved burn days, pay close attention to the wind.
- Choose a safe location: Maintain a minimum of 50 feet distance from any building or property line. Select a spot away from flammable materials such as trees or dry grass.
- Create a safe perimeter: Make sure there is at least 10 feet of bare soil surrounding your burn pile to prevent the fire from spreading.
- Maintain the pile size: Keep your burn pile under five (5) feet in height for safe and manageable burning.
- Never leave fires unattended: A fire left unsupervised can quickly spread.
- Keep water nearby: Always have a water source and full fire extinguisher nearby ready to control the fire if necessary.
- Extinction: Always put the fire out completely before leaving the area or going to bed.
Call to Start and Stop Each Burn: Community members must call toll-free 1-866-330-0096 both to start and stop each burn. This step helps local agencies monitor burn activity, helping to ensure the safety of our community.
This information applies specifically to the jurisdictions served by CAFMA. Residents are encouraged to stay informed and follow all local regulations to help keep the community safe. For questions or assistance, please contact CAFMA at 928-772-7711.
