When is residential burning allowed and what can I burn?

Burn season runs January - May, with a provisional burn season in the Fall, as approved by the Fire Chief. Beginning July 1st of the current year, a new permit will be required for burning. The permit will remain valid during burn season until June 30th of the following year. Along with a valid permit, citizens must contact Butte County Air Quality Management District to ensure that it is a permissible burn day; if burning is suspended due to fire hazard or air quality reasons it will be reflected in the recording.  See the “Burn Information & Permit” link for specific guidelines, burn dates, and to purchase a permit online with a credit card.  The cost of a Residential burn permit is $25.00, Fuel Reduction burn permit is $54.91.