Types of Permits

• Residential Burn Permit – Required for residents with a dwelling on their property to burn vegetation (leaves, tree branches/limbs, brush, etc.) that originate from their property in 4 foot x 4 foot piles. Issued by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE).
• Air District Burning Permit  – Required for landowners who burn larger than 4 foot x 4 foot piles or who burn on vacant land. Issued by the El Dorado County Air Quality Management District.
• Campfire Permit – Required for individuals that camp outside of improved campgrounds. Issued by the California Wildland Fire Coordinating Group (CWCG).