Leaf Burning

Leaf Burning Rules in Mt. Vernon

The City of Mt. Vernon allows leaf burning during certain times of the year. You can only burn leaves during the second full week of April, May, October, and November. Burning is allowed every day that week—from sunrise to sunset.

Important Rules:

• The Fire Chief can stop leaf burning at any time if the weather is dry, windy, or unsafe.

• You cannot burn leaves in public streets, sidewalks, drainage ditches, or on someone else’s property without permission.

• Someone 18 years or older must watch the fire at all times until it is fully out.

For more details, see Ordinance Chapter 90, Section 90.08.

Leaf Burning Allowed Dates