Are You Allowed to Burn Leaves and Other Fall Yard Waste in Boise?
The short answer is no. You cannot burn leaves or yard debris inside Boise city limits. There are some allowances for fence lines and ditches as long as you have a permit. And Boise Fire regulations allow small recreational fires using clean firewood in a contained pit. But that’s it. The city can also shut off open burning when the Air Quality Index reaches 60 or higher.
Why Boise Says No to Burning Yard Waste in City Limits
If you grew up somewhere rural like Twin Falls, where you can burn with a permit, Boise’s restrictions can feel a bit regulated at first. It is not personal, if you do the math……