We are currently under no Burn Restrictions.
The Sheriff sets the Burn Restriction Level with input from the Elbert County Fire Chiefs. For more information about Elbert County's Burn Restrictions, including the current Burn Restriction Level, see Burn Restriction Information on the Elbert County website.
The State of Colorado requires a state burn permit be obtained prior to NCFPD being able to issue a local burn permit. This applies for any burn involving vegetation or slash piles.
A Burn Permit is required to burn any time there is a Burn Restriction in effect, which is most of the time. This includes burning trash or campfires.
Regardless of the Burn Restriction Level, weather conditions can create a Red Flag Warning condition. During a Red Flag Warning, NO BURNING is allowed, even with a Burn Permit. You can check whether a Red Flag Warning is in effect on the National Weather Service website.
Contact Deputy Chief Jason Degroote at 303-472-5200 for a Burn Permit. Burn Permits are free and require an inspection of the burn site by the Chief or a designated Fire Department Officer.
Please familiarize yourself with the requirements the NCFPD Burn Permit.