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Suspension of Burn Permits

As we transition into our warmer summer period, Cal Fire San Diego has a news release for the County of San Diego to include the Lakeside Fire Protection District. Effective June 1st, 2024, a “Suspension of Burn Permits” will go into place. Friday May 31st, at sunset all issued burn permits will become invalid and no more burning shall be allowed until Cal Fire lifts this suspension. Burn permits may be allowed to be issued again around the middle of November 2024, our website will be updated as any new information is released.

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Mandatory Rules

  • The area for burning must have thirty (30) feet of clearance to bare mineral soil from any combustibles.
  • An adult, with hand tools (shovel, rake, etc…) and a hose connected to a reliable water supply capable of completely encircling the burn area must be present at all times.
  • You must have a working telephone number so we can contact you if the burning regulations change during the time of your permit.
  • Burn piles must be completely extinguished at the end of the burn period each day. A burn pile is considered completely extinguished when the pile is cold to the touch.
  • Outdoor residential waste burning is not allowed. For more information, please visit the Outdoor Residential Waste Burning page from the California Air Resources Board.

Winter Preparedness Period Regulations

  • The burn pile size cannot be greater than 10′ x 10′ x 4′ high.
  • Burn permits are valid for 30 days. There are no renewals.
  • Burning hours are from 8:00 a.m. to sunset.

Declared Fire Season Regulations

  • The burn pile size cannot be greater than 4′ x 4′ x 2′ high.
  • Burn permits are valid for 15 days. There are no renewals.
  • Burning hours are from 8:00 a.m. until Sunset

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Lakeside, CA 92040

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