State burn permits to take effect

State law requires those planning controlled burns during the closed fire season to file for a permit in advance.

Starting May 10, state residents wanting to conduct controlled burns outside of city limits are required to receive a fire safety burn permit from the Idaho Department of Lands.

State law requires those planning to burn crop residue and types of controlled burns during the closed fire season to file for these free permits.

However, recreational campfires are excluded from this ...

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