§ 34-110. Standards for issuance of permit.  


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  • A permit for open burning authorized by this section shall be given only if:

    (1)

    The fire will not cause any general safety hazard.

    (2)

    The fire will not endanger any overhead obstructions.

    (3)

    The fire is not in such proximity to structures and vegetation that it would constitute a hazard or nuisance.

    (4)

    The fire is not in such proximity to lot lines or activities so as to cause a hazard or nuisance.

    (5)

    The fire or smoke will not adversely affect neighbors or the public.

    (6)

    The fire will emit no objectionable emissions into the air causing pollution, noxious odors, or visual obstruction.

    (7)

    It is clear that the nature of the fuel or the items to be burned will cause no nuisance or hazard to health or safety.

    (8)

    There will be present, at all times, responsible individuals to monitor and maintain safety surrounding the fire.

    (9)

    The state department of natural resources fire conditions would permit the fire.

    (10)

    The remains of the fire, once it is extinguished, will cause no damage to property, further pollution, or safety hazard.

    (11)

    It would not be prohibited under the Air Pollution Act, Act No. 348 of the Public Acts of 1965, being MCL 336.11 to 336.36, or rules promulgated under that Act.

    (12)

    The purpose of the burning is not to dispose of yard waste, including grass clippings and/or leaves.

(Ord. of 6-1-98)