Currently, there is NO BURN BAN

Here are the regulations for KVFR jurisdiction.

Inside the City of Ellensburg/Urban Growth Area: You must have a KVFR-issued a permit that can be obtained online at  Burn Permit (Inside City of Ellensburg) There is no cost for this permit, and it is valid for 90 days.

1. Recreational fire limited to 3’ X 3’ X 2’ size. Firewood or Charcoal briquettes only.

The City of Kittitas: The City regulates burning inside the city limits. Call 509.986.0220 for information.

Outside of the City of Ellensburg/Urban Growth Area: A permit is obtained by calling 509.933.7233 and listening to the message. You must leave your name, address and phone number.

1. Organic Material limited to a 4’ X 4’ X 3’ pile maximum. (No Construction/Garbage)

2. Large Pile Burn (in excess of the 4’ X 4’X 3’). You MUST contact 509.933.7233 or 933-7235 to speak to one of the chiefs to obtain permission.

3. Field Burns Less than 1 acre individually or cumulatively.

4. Organic material along fence lines or irrigation ditches.

Things NEVER allowed:

- Burn barrels

- Non-organic material (garbage, plastics, tires)- including construction debris

Burn Safety:

- Have enough water/equipment on site to extinguish any fire.

- Monitor the fire from ignition to extinguishment. Never leave the fire unattended.

- Have clearance from any combustible exposures.

- Ignition must occur without the use of flammable/combustible liquids.

- Monitor the wind and if it is blowing greater than 10 mph, consider not burning

If you have any questions, please call 509.933.7233 or 509.933.7231.