Outdoor Burning Information

Picture of the front of an Outdoor Burning Pamphlet

Outdoor burning, in general, is illegal in Harris County because it contributes to air pollution. However, there are some exceptions in which burning is allowed. In those cases, the Outdoor Burning Rule has been designed to protect the environment and promote public health and safety. 

A book titled la quema de articulos al aire libre

En general, el quemar al aire libre es contra la ley en el área Houston-Galveston ya que contribuye a la contaminación del aire. El propósito de esta guía es para informarle como puede quemar objetos de una manera segura y legal si resulta necesario hacerlo.

A picture of a trash can with burning tree limbs in it.

Burning Trash or Land-Clearing Debris: Some Do’s and Don’ts to Remember