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Leaf Burning is permitted only between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, October 1st to November 30th.  Burning is prohibited on Sunday and Monday.  Fires must be at least 20ft from any structure. No burning of leaves allowed within 48 hours after a rainfall of more than 1/2 inch.  Burning is allowed only on private property with the consent of the owner or person in charge of that property and must be constantly attended by a competent person until the fire is extinguished. No leaf burning on asphalt or City sidewalks is allowed.  

Leaf burning is no longer allowed in the spring.

BURNING OF ANY OTHER MATERIAL IS PROHIBITED.