Illegal Burning
The above poster is available from the Department of Ecology in:
The burning of garbage has been illegal since 1967. Where burning is allowed, only natural vegetation or firewood is legal to burn. Burn barrels are not allowed.
The burning of garbage is punishable by up to a $1,500 fine and any evidence of burned garbage is adequate proof for the fine to be imposed.
For more information about outdoor burning:
- Department of Ecology: Outdoor Burning
- Mason County Fire Marshal Office
- Olympic Region Clean Air Agency
- Mason County Alternatives to Outdoor Burning
- Guidelines for Outdoor Burning in Mason County
- A Burning Permit Application is required for burn piles greater than 4 feet in diameter.