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(Boise) – Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) will rescind its extended Closed Fire Season order, effective Nov. 1, 2024, at 8 a.m. MST, due to cooler temperatures and reduced fire risk across the state. This change lifts the statewide requirement for IDL burn permits on private land outside city limits.
While IDL will no longer require burn permits after this date, voluntarily obtaining a free permit is still encouraged to assist fire managers and are available at https://burnpermits.idaho.gov/. IDL encourages anyone planning to burn to check with local fire authorities and the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (IDEQ) for any local permits or restrictions for open burning or air quality in their area.
Permits for burning crop residue are issued by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality and available online at https://www2.deq.idaho.gov/air/CRB/.
Please remain vigilant and practice safe burning habits, as fire prevention is essential year-round. Anyone starting a fire is responsible for the fire, which may include responsibility for damages and suppression costs of an escaped fire.
IDL thanks Idahoans for their cooperation and commitment to wildfire prevention during the extended Closed Fire Season. Together, these efforts have helped protect Idaho’s forests, homes, and communities.
For more information on fire safety and burning requirements, please visit www.idl.idaho.gov.
To verify air quality restrictions, visit the Idaho DEQ Open Burning Map.
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