April 8, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE
CITY OF WEST LIBERTY
BURNING REGULATIONS
The City of West Liberty has made an exception for open burning following the recent lifting of the burn ban. Normally, open burning is permitted for the first two weeks of April. However, due to the burn ban that was in place during that time, the City of West Liberty is allowing a revised open burning period. The revised open burning period will begin April 19th, 2026, and run through May 1st, 2026. This exception is dependent upon weather conditions as well as any additional burn bans. If any additional burn bans are issued during this period, open burning will not be permitted while the burn ban is in effect:
- Open burning may only be performed between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. or sunset, whichever is earlier.
- Open burning shall be at least 20 feet away from any structure, excepting barbeque grills and other outdoor cooking appliances which may be used within 20 feet of a structure. Open burning shall be at least 5 feet away from the closest lot line of any property adjoining the property on which the item(s) is being burned.
- Open burning of the following materials is expressly prohibited at all times: construction materials, garbage, furniture, tires, plastic, or any other recyclable materials or other refuse.
- Only leaves, clean brush, and garden residue may be burned during the open burning.
OPEN BURNING, STREETS, CURBS, SIDEWALKS, ALLEYS. It shall be unlawful for any person to burn any materials on any streets, gutters, curbs, sidewalks, alleys, or other publicly owned property or right of way within the City of West Liberty.
If you have any questions, please contact City Administration at (319) 627-2418