All yard debris and land-clearing burning will require a permit where open burning is allowed. All written burn permits will be issued through the Island County Health Department.
A written permit for fires over 4 feet in diameter can be obtain in person (Whidey Island) at Island County Public Health, 1 N.E. 6th, Coupeville WA or in person (Camano Island) at 121 E. Camano Dr. Camano Island, WA. Call 360-679-7350 (North and Central Whidbey), 360-321-5111, ext. 7350 (South Whidbey) and 360-678-8261 (Camano Island).
Recreational fires less than 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet high do not require a permit.
As always, burning garbage and the use of burn barrels is illegal statewide and subject to fines than can exceed $1,000.
If your property falls under the jurisdiction of the Department of Natural Resources, call 360-856-3500 for burn permit information.
For air quality issues call the Northwest Clean Air Agency at 360-428-1617.
Report Violations to 911
Pile size must not exceed 25 feet in diameter x 25 feet high.
Permit Fees: $100 for a 1-day permit.
Note: Burning anything other than natural vegetation or firewood is prohibited.
Pile size must not exceed 10 feet in diameter x 10 feet high.
Permit Fees: $40 for a 3-day permit.
Note: Burning anything other than natural vegetation or firewood is prohibited.
Recreational fires 3 feet in diameter X 2 feet high or smaller do not need a permit. These fires are made from charcoal or firewood and are used for cooking or pleasure.
Note: Burning anything other than natural vegetation or firewood is prohibited.
Helpful Resources
Island County - Active Burn Permits
Island County - Permanent Burn Ban Areas Map
Northwest Clean Air Agency - Outdoor Burning Permit Information
