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Georgia Burn Ban Rules
Georgia outdoor burning rules can involve the Georgia Environmental Protection Division, the Georgia Forestry Commission, county governments, and local fire officials. This guide explains the major rule layers and links to county-level burn ban status pages.
Who Can Issue Burning Restrictions in Georgia?
Georgia EPD administers the annual summer open burning ban for the 54 counties in the May 1 through September 30 ozone-season rule. GFC oversees burn permits, notifications, wildfire safety guidance, and forestry-related burning requirements. County governments and local fire departments may also issue or enforce local restrictions.
Yard Debris, Campfires, Agriculture, and Prescribed Burns
Yard debris burning is the most common household question. In EPD summer ban counties, open burning of yard debris and land-clearing debris is restricted during the summer rule period. Campfires, agricultural burning, prescribed burning, storm debris, and land-clearing burns can follow different rules and may require GFC notification or a permit.
How to Check Georgia Forestry Burn Permits
Start with GFC burn permit and notification guidance, then check your county page and local fire authority before burning. Weather, drought, wind, and local ordinances can change what is allowed even when no statewide ban is listed.
County Burn Ban Status Pages
Use these county pages for fast checks and internal navigation from statewide rules to local status.