Agricultural burning is when farmers burn waste from their crops on the same land where they grew them. To do this, they need an annual permit. Burning may only occur on days approved by the Sac Metro Air District.
To Check the Burn Day Status, call (279) 972-BURN(2876).
Permit holders must verify it is a burn day and receive authorization before burning. To submit your burn request before 11:00 AM, call (279) 972-BURN (2876) or email burning@airquality.org.
- The burn line is updated by 9:30 AM, Monday through Friday. The daily burn day status is emailed to the permit email address on file.
- To burn on a weekend or holiday, call or email the request at least 5 business days in advance.
To Apply for a Permit:
Submit a permit application. If you need assistance or would like to request a paper application, call (279) 972-2876 or email burning@airquality.org.
District staff will review your permit application within 3 business days. Afterward, you will receive an email with instructions on how to register and pay the invoice through our new Online Services Portal.
Log in to our Online Services Portal to pay the invoice using the organization information provided by the Air District.
Once payment Is processed, the permit will be issued within 3 business days.
Click Here to Submit a Permit Application
If you need any help or have questions, staff are available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Email burning@airquality.org or call (279) 972-2876.
