Open Burning

The Commonwealth's 4 p.m. Burning Law is now in effect (Feb. 15th - April 30th)

This law prohibits burning before 4 p.m. each day (Feb. 15 - April 30) if the fire is in, or within 300 feet of, woodland, brushland or fields containing dry grass or other flammable materials.

Here is a link to the Commonwealth's  Burn Law: http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+cod+10.1-1142

 

For more Henrico County Specific information view our Open Burning FAQ or check out Public Utilities Leaf collection schedule

Below are links to more information about Open Burning in Henrico County (these are PDF).

For more information on open burning or permits, email or call the Fire Community Services Lieutenant at 501-5877.

The Virginia Department of Forestry is also a great resource for forestry and burning education.