Kane County Open Burning Regulations
Kane County Connects Staff 5/15/2023 9:00AM
As
we move into the summer season, it’s a good idea to review what you can and
can’t burn in unincorporated areas of Kane County as it varies by zip code.
Kane County Burning Regulations:
• Burning of garbage is not permitted at any time.
• Burn on sunny days from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Do not burn when wind exceeds 10 mph.
• Do not burn within 20 feet of any building, structure or property line.
• Any burning must be supervised until it is extinguished.
• Supervised means you are there and water is at hand.
• Burning for prairie restoration or firefighting training is permitted.
• Burning of brush in fireplaces and self-contained outdoor wood-burning devices is permitted.
• Burning of brush for recreational fires is permitted, but no larger than 3 feet by 3 feet by 3 feet.
• Ceremonial Fires for a private or public event: Notice must be given to the local fire department, and a permit must be obtained from the Kane County Health Department.
Complaints: From 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, call the Kane County Health Department at (630) 444-3040.
All other hours, call the Kane County Sheriff’s Office at (630) 232-6840.
