Setback Waivers

Waiver Form for Open Burning Within 500 Feet of Occupied Dwellings.
Download and submit this form to the DAQ for consideration to burn land clearing debris within 500 feet of occupied dwellings.

N.C. Forest Service
Follow this link to find more information on open burning, including fire danger alerts and open burning permits, courtesy of the N.C. Forest Service.

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