Wisconsin DNR - Burn Permit Application

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Check: current fire danger and burning permit restrictions.

Get: an annual burning permit.

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Assess: the wildfire risk of your property.

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Individual setting the fire:

First Name:

Last Name:

Mailing Address:
(not burn location)

Address Line 2:

City:

State:

Zip Code:

Phone Number:

Email Address:

I certify that:

	Prior to burning, I will call the hotline or visit the website to check the daily burning restrictions 1-888-WIS-BURN (947-2876) or dnr.wi.gov keyword "FIRE."
	I will only burn clean untreated wood, clean non-recyclable paper products and vegetation. I have considered other means of disposal such as composting or recycling.
	I will not burn garbage or anything that is recyclable. This includes, but is not limited to: plastic; shingles; wire; metal electronics; asphalt; painted or treated wood; rubber or oily substances; or structures of any kind (barns, sheds, homes, etc.).
	I will attend my burn at all times and make certain it is completely extinguished and cold to the touch before leaving.
	I will comply with local ordinances, which may be more restrictive than state law.
	I am not burning waste generated by a business or commercial entity.
	SAFETY MESSAGE: If my burn escapes my control, I will dial 911 immediately. Please note: forest fires can result in death or cause great bodily harm.

How would you like the permit processed? *

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Email permit

An electronic OR printed copy of the burning permit is required, either will be accepted. If a valid email address is entered above, an electronic copy of the permit will be sent to that email address.

Don't have an email address or printer? Call 1-888-WIS-BURN (947-2876) to have a permit mailed or visit a DNR office or an Emergency Fire Warden to get a permit in person.

By checking this box I hereby acknowledge all terms and conditions of this permit, that I am 18 years of age or older and that I have the physical and mental capacity to conduct any burning for which this annual burning permit is issued. (per Wis. Admin. Code ss. NR 30.03.(2)(d) and NR 30.04(2)(d)). I understand the permit is invalidated upon violation of any of its restrictions and non-compliance shall be considered a permit violation. This permit may be cancelled by the department when deemed necessary.

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