Open burn small pile/slash permits

Open burn small pile/slash permits are for 50 or fewer piles to burn in the current calendar year and each pile is small enough that it will be out cold by sunset. Pile size is limited to 8'x8'x8' (512 cubic feet). Larger burns require a smoke management permit.

If you wish to open burn small piles/slash in the following counties, please contact the local county health department for a permit:

 

All other counties require a state permit. Please apply below.

 

Open Burning Small Pile/Slash Permit application | Download the form to fill out PDF/Word

Please send the completed application to:
 
 
Fax: 303-782-0278
 
Mail:
Open Burning Coordinator
CDPHE-APCD-SS-B1
4300 Cherry Creek Drive South
Denver, CO 80246-1530

For questions, please contact the Air Pollution Control Division at 303-692-3268.

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