A. Outdoor burning is unlawful within the East Helena city limits except as specifically authorized below.
B. Notwithstanding subsection A of this section, outdoor burning may be allowed within the city limits if:
1. A valid permit has been issued by the health department or its authorized agent or the fire has been approved by the city fire department;
2. The fire does not cause a fire nuisance as determined by the fire or health department;
3. The fire is conducted in accordance with the uniform fire code and the Lewis And Clark County air pollution control program; and
4. The fire is for one of the following purposes:
a. Eliminating a fire hazard that cannot be abated by any other means; or
b. Firefighter training; or
c. Thawing frozen ground to allow excavation of utilities. (Ord. 248, 4-17-2012)