Board clarifies open-burning rules to allow grills for cooking; public hearing set

Aug 3, 2026

Trustees clarified redline language on open burning and outdoor cooking to ensure propane and common grills used for food preparation are not prohibited; they approved the changes and scheduled a Sept. 15 public hearing on the code updates.

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The board reviewed redline language on open burning, fire pits and outdoor cooking and approved edits designed to distinguish prohibited burning (brush, lumber, paper, plastic, tires, chemicals) from lawful outdoor cooking.

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