The BURN BAN is lifted in San Juan County at this time. 

Recreational campfires 3'x3' are allowed if burning only clean firewood. Please use extreme caution when burning as conditions are still dry despite the rain. However the fire risk is reduced and campfires are once again allowed. 

Permits for Residential and Commercial burning are projected to open on October 5th, weather permitting. 

https://www.sanjuanco.com/1096/Open-Burn-Info

See the link above for more information on burning in San Juan County. 

In any emergency situation always call 911 immediately.

Thank you for your help in keeping our islands safe and fire free.

COMMERCIAL BURN PERMITS ALL EXPIRE MAY 31, 2020 THE BURNING SEASON IS CLOSED.

All commercial burn permits require online registration as well as an inspection from the Fire Marshal’s Office. If you are a contractor doing work that involves burning you need a Commercial Burn Permit in most cases. email firemarshal@sanjuanco.com for inquires. 

Types of burning that require Commercial Permits:

Land Clearing, Stump burning, Logging, Forestry work, Work that involves Heavy Machinery, Most work that an outside contractor is being paid to burn.

Note: Some operations require coordination with the planning department or with the Washington Dept. of Natural Resources for forestry permits or changes of use of land. Please feel free to inquire regarding your project. Email: Firemarshal@sanjuanco.com 

Violation of terms of burning permits or of RCW are subject to bills for suppression services from the fire department, fines of up to $10,000 from SJSO or the FMO, and investigation/fines from the Washington Department(s) of Ecology of Natural Resources.