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Minnesota Open Burning Rules (2026)
Conditional: A DNR burning permit is required to burn debris like dry leaves and brush.
A DNR burning permit is required to burn debris like dry leaves and brush. Permits are issued online/by phone and are only valid when conditions are safe; they are not issued in fire-prone areas during high-danger spring periods. Burn hours typically 6pm-8am.
Official source: dnr.state.mn.us →
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Open Burning Rules in states bordering Minnesota
The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.
- IowaConditional
Open burning is prohibited except listed exemptions: landscape waste originating on the premises may be burned unless barred by local ordinance. Exemptions are unavailable in certain cities (e.g., Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Council Bluffs); Polk and Linn counties require permits.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: iowadnr.gov · Full Iowa rule →
- North DakotaConditional
Open burning of refuse is generally restricted; agricultural crop, land-clearing and right-of-way burning are permissible categories. Some require a DEQ variance (signed by local health unit + fire dept). No burning of tires, plastics or treated wood.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: deq.nd.gov · Full North Dakota rule →
- South DakotaConditional
Open burning of slash piles/yard debris in the Black Hills Forest Fire Protection District needs a temporary permit from SD Wildland Fire, issued Nov 1–Mar 31 and valid only with continuous snow cover. Incorporated towns set their own rules; check with local officials elsewhere.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: wildlandfire.sd.gov · Full South Dakota rule →
- WisconsinRestricted
In DNR fire-protection areas a (free) annual burning permit is required to burn legal materials whenever the ground is not fully snow-covered; permits are activated daily only if conditions allow. Daily burning hours and size limits vary; many materials may not be burned at all.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: dnr.wisconsin.gov · Full Wisconsin rule →
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