RECREATIONAL BURN PERMITS
RECREATIONAL FIRE PERMITS
HOW TO APPLY
All applications are available on the Tyler Technology Fire Prevention website. The fire department does not accept hard copy applications or plans.
To apply online:
1. Login or register for an account at https://www.mobile-eyes.us.com
2. In the Welcome to Fire Prevention Mobile Window select:
A. Who are you? Contractor, architect, or business owner
B. What would you like to do? Apply for a permit or request an inspection
3. Under the Applications section select:
A. City/Dept: Mammoth Lakes fire protection district
- Download the application under Document Library (left hand side of the page)
- Recreational Fire Permit
- Fill out the application and save it
D. Select START APPLICATION
E. Follow fill out all required fields.
Step 1: Fill out address
Step 2: Fill out property owner information
Step 3: Fill out occupant application
Step 4: Fill out job setup: Job type, job description, square feet, and project cost.
Step 5: Saved permit application (review) and upload application(s) and plans.
RECREATIONAL FIRE PIT REQUIREMENTS
Recreational Fire Pit Requirements
307.4.2 Recreational fires. Recreational fires are amended to include:
Recreational fires outside of approved campgrounds are prohibited without the approval and permit from the fire code official, following the submission, review and approval of a permit application and a site inspection.
Exemption: Propane-operated appliances that are UL or ASMI listed manufactured GAS (LPG or NG) outdoor flame devices, such as: Gas BBQs or Gas Fire-pitsthat comply with the Fire Code. Pellet-fed smokers.
All fire rings shall be constructed of stainless metal ,brick, or concrete no wider than three
(3) feet in diameter and no higher than two (2) feet, located a minimum of twenty-five (25) feet from a structure or combustible materials.
The fire ring shall have a screened cover with mesh screening no greater than one-half of an inch in size and large enough to cover the entire ring or structure used for burning.
The exception for one and two-family dwellings is eliminated; a permit is required and can only be obtained by the property owner. The owner is required to be on-site during the recreational fire bum.
Recreational fires are permitted at private residences during the year, and during stage I fire restrictions when allowed In designated campsites. Recreational fires are prohibited in Stage 2 fire restrictions, no bum days, red flag warnings, high wind warnings, or "very high" or "extreme" fire danger days.
REQUIREMENTS
Unpermitted and burning during fire restrictions are subject to a citation. It is a federal offense punishable as a Class B misdemeanor by a fine of not more than $1,000 or imprisonment for not more than twelve (12) months or both. A citation for violating fire restrictions prompts a mandatory court appearance. Requirements for recreational fires shall be always followed, not following the requirements is also subject to a citation(Title 18 USC 1856, Title 43 9212.4, and/or appropriate State laws .
If violating a fire restriction order results in a wildfire or structure fire, the violator will be liable for any and all suppression costs resulting from the wildfire to the property and resources. Criminal charges may also be imposed.
Recreational fire permits shall be effective only for the year of issuance, ending on December 31 of the year of issuance, and may be suspended due to fire danger or by the discretion of the fire official.
RESPONSIBILITY
THE PERMIT HOLDER ASSUMES RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY AND ALL PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, AND COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE SUPPRESSION OF A FIRE THAT EXTENDS OUT OF AND AWAY FROM THE APPROVED BURN PERMIT SITE.
It is the permit holder's responsibility to ensure that conditions are in accordance with applicable State and Local fire regulations.
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