(A) Definition. For the purpose of this section, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
YARD WASTE. Organic materials grown/cultivated on residential property.
(B) Rules.
(1) This section is written for yard waste only and specifically does not address all other burning/fires of any other materials, chemicals, or items.
(2) It is the responsibility of the property owner to ensure all fires are conducted in a safe manner to protect both personal and property protection. If ordered by any jurisdictional or enforcement official to extinguish, the property owner shall immediately comply in a safe and timely manner.
(3) Burning, from ignition to a minimum of one hour after extinguishing, shall be monitored at all times by a responsible adult with a prepared supply of water or alternative means capable of extinguishing all burnable materials. Burning shall be conducted on the property for which the permit is granted and shall be located no closer than two feet from any roadway nor 20 feet from any combustible structure.
(Ord. 2001-3, passed 5-21-2001) Penalty, see § 90.99