§ 34-63. Permit exemptions.

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Permits shall not be required for the following, provided burning is conducted in accordance with all applicable requirements of this article:
(1)

Reduction of leaves on the premises on which they fall by the person in control of the premises. Leaves shall not be burned in periods of high winds, when the burning would create a nuisance to neighbors, or when there is an air pollution advisory in effect. Burning of leaves shall be undertaken only between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily, with all fires to be completely extinguished by 6:00 p.m. During the burning of leaves, a competent person shall be constantly present to monitor and control said burn. A water hose shall be connected to a water supply or other fire-extinguishing equipment shall be readily available for use. Aboveground fires shall be not less than 50 feet from any structure, and adequate safeguards shall be taken to prevent the fire from spreading to adjoining property or structures.

(2)

Outdoor cooking. Outdoor cooking of food for immediate human consumption is allowed.

(3)

Outdoor fires for warmth. Small fires using untreated wood are allowed to keep persons warm for working outdoors.

(Code 1976, § 15½-29(3))

                    
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