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Central Platte Fire Protection District

Proudly Serving Portions of Platte County, Missouri

Outdoor Burning

Daily Burn Regulations

For daily outdoor burning regulations, choose one of the following:

Requirements for Recreational Fire Pits:

  1. All burning shall be attended by a responsible resident of the property that is at least 18 years of age.
  2. The use of gasoline or other accelerants cannot be used to start the fire.
  3. All outdoor fireplaces should be kept a minimum of 15 feet from any combustible structures.
  4. Never burn when wind speed exceeds 15 mph or during a burn ban.

Requirements That Must Be Met To Conduct An Outside Burn

  1. Keep fire a minimum of 100 feet from all buildings
  2. All burning shall be attended by a responsible resident of the property that is at least 18 years of age.
  3. The use of gasoline or other accelerants cannot be used to start the fire.
  4. Have fire extinguishment materials on hand, including water supply, shovels, and rakes.
  5. You must call the permit issuer before and after your burn.

DISCLAIMER: THE PERMISSION TO BURN IN NO WAY RELIEVES THE PERMITTEE OF THEIR OBLIGATION TO COMPLY WITH ANY OTHER LOCAL, COUNTY, STATE, OR FEDERAL RULES OR REGULATIONS. ONCE YOUR PERMIT IS APPROVED IT MAY BE REVOKED AT ANY TIME.

Today's Wildfire Danger Level

August 20, 2026
Smokey Bear, Today's Fire Danger level: Low.
Smokey Bear, Today's Fire Danger level: Moderate.
Smokey Bear, Today's Fire Danger level: High.

Begin Burn Approval Process

Please fill out the form below. Once received a member of the Central Platte Fire Protection District will be in contact to schedule a site inspection and approval or denial of the application.

NOTE: This does not serve as a burn permit. This is the first step in acquiring one.

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