Burn Permits

• Open burning allowed only between October 1 and April 30. During this time, open burning will not be allowed if there is a burn ban in effect.
• All items below must be met for a burn permit to be issued.
• Any fires must be extinguished before dark.
• If there are any complaints of excessive smoke, the fire will have to be extinguished.
• Permit holder is liable for any damages to property and adjacent structures from the fire set under this permit.
• This permit shall be surrendered for examination by Fort Thomas Fire or Police.
• This permit is only valid for the date of issue. If a renewal is needed, permit holder must call the Fort Thomas Fire Department on the date desired for renewal.
• Call the station for a permit 859-441-8393

The permit is valid only on the date and times specified.

A new permit shall be required for each day on which fires are to be set. Permits are issued with the following conditions:

1. That a fire break of a minimum 10 feet shall be maintained in all directions.
2. That a charged hose line be kept at the fire at all times.
3. That an adult be in attendance at all times.
4. That no accelerating fuels or agents be used to induce burning, except by special permit.
5. That fires be completely extinguished by darkness, except by special permit.
6. That complaint of excessive smoke can cause the immediate revocation of the fire permit.
7. That the holder of the permit shall be held liable for damages to adjacent structures and/or                 property resulting from fires set under this permit.
8. Fire permits shall be surrendered for examination by personnel from the Fire or Police Departments of the City of Fort Thomas.