(A) It shall be unlawful for any person within the city limits, in any way, to intentionally or carelessly burn or cause to be burned any combustibles, including, but not limited to, grass, weeds, timber, rubbish, leaves or other natural or synthetic materials, trash, rubbish, litter, solid waste or any like substances on any street, alley, lot or premises. The prohibited fires shall include bonfires and fires used for ceremonial purposes not in compliance herewith.
(B) The following exceptions to burning will apply:
(1) Burning may be conducted for the purposes of cooking or heating in an device designated for such a purpose by the manufacturer;
(2) Burning of grass, weeds, timber and/or leaves; and/or
(3) When approved by the Fire Chief, burning may be permitted in a manner approved by the Fire Chief, provided a standby firefighter is present if required by the Fire Chief. A permit shall be acquired and approved safety measures shall be employed as detailed within the permit.
(Ord. 991025, passed 10-25-1999) Penalty, see § 91.99