Modify restrictions on outdoor burning to allow permitted burning throughout lands regulated by Lewis County BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
IN THE MATTER OF: RESOLUTION NO. 21-359
MODIFY RESTRICTIONS ON OUTDOOR BURNING
TO ALLOW PERMITTED BURNING THROUGHOUT
LANDS REGULATED BY LEWIS COUNTY
WHEREAS, the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) concurs
with the decision of the Lewis County Fire Marshal and Lewis County Fire Chiefs
Association that weather conditions have improved to allow open burning by
permit on all unincorporated lands regulated by Lewis County effective
September 30, 2021; and
WHEREAS, this modification and upgrade allows open burning by permit
effective September 30, 2021, at 8:00 A.M. throughout lands regulated by Lewis
County; and
WHEREAS, the burning of debris in city limits and urban growth areas remain
prohibited at all times; and
WHEREAS, previous burn permits expired and were not valid during burn
restrictions, updated burn permits will be required.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the BOCC hereby modifies Resolution
21-351 to allow open burning by permit on all lands regulated by Lewis County,
effective at 8:00 A.M. September 30, 2021, until rescinded by like resolution of
the BOCC.
DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 5th day of October, 2021.
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APPROVED AS TO FORM: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Jonathan Meyer, Prosecuting Attorney LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
Amber Smith
By: Amber Smith, Vacant, Chair
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
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PRESS RELEASE
Date: September 29, 2021
Contact: Doyle Sanford, Fire Marshal
Phone: 360.740.2696
Release #: 8
Lewis County Lifts Restrictions on Outdoor Burning
Effective 8:00 A.M., Thursday, September 30, 2021, Lewis County Board of County
Commissioners and Lewis County Fire Marshal will lift the current burn restrictions
on outdoor burning for all unincorporated lands regulated by Lewis County,
Washington.
After careful review of the current and extended weather forecast, the Lewis County
Fire Marshal has determined that current weather conditions within Lewis County
have improved and will lift the restriction to allow outdoor burning, subject to an
open burning application and permit.
Lewis County Fire Marshal works closely with DNR, local fire districts and local fire
departments and strongly urges all county residents and property owners to be
attentive to the condition of their properties through proactive fire prevention
measures, such as the presence of fire-extinguishing equipment and attendance to
supervise the fire until the fire has been extinguished.
Remember, outdoor burning is restricted to only natural vegetation from the burn
site. The burning of garbage,paper or other refuse is strictly prohibited at all
times. To obtain an Open Burning Application and Permit,you may apply on-line at
https://burnpermit.lewiscountywa.gov/ or in person at the Lewis County Fire
Marshal's office.
The burning of debris in city limits and urban growth areas is prohibited at all time.
Please refer to the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for
restrictions applying to outdoor burning conducted on DNR-protected forestlands
throughout Washington,which includes state parks. You may obtain the
information at www.dnr.wa.gov/burn-restrictions.
The burn status will remain in effect until modified or rescinded by the Board of
County Commissioners. A public announcement of any modifications will be
released at that time.
To stay informed regarding the current status, please call the 24-hour automated
information line at 360.740.1133.
LBOCC AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOCC Meeting Date: Oct. 5, 2021
Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type: Proclamation
Modify restrictions on outdoor burning to allow permitted burning throughout lands regulated by
Lewis County
Contact: Doyle Sanford Phone:
Department: CD - Community Development
Description:
Modify restrictions on outdoor burning to allow permitted burning throughout lands regulated by
Lewis County
Approvals: Publication Requirements:
Publications:
User Status Press release
PA's Office Pending
Additional Copies: Cover Letter To:
Erik Martin, Lee Napier, Dusty Breen, Ross
McDowell, Curt Spahn, Doyle Sanford