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Council votes to advance changes to open-burning rules after debate over setbacks
Summary
Council approved first reading of an amendment to open-burning rules that would set two fixed burn days per week and revise setback distance; some members raised concerns about reducing the required distance from structures from 25 to 15 feet.
Councilmember Jacob Helms proposed revising Title 5, Chapter 5 on open burning to clarify allowable days, items, and areas for burning, including setting two specific burn days each week. Helms said he consulted surrounding communities for recommendations. The council approved the ordinance on first reading.
Councilmember Jim Friedenbach voiced concern about a proposed reduction in the required clearance from structures from 25 feet to 15 feet, noting that older, narrow lots might not be able to meet a 15-foot setback. Mayor Jeff Griswold also questioned the proposed hours. The council passed the item on first reading and directed no immediate change to enforcement pending adoption.
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