The City of Goodview follows State Law, which prohibits all open burning. Residents who wish to conduct non-recreational burns must apply for an annual burn permit through the DNR website.

Definition of Open Burning

Open Fire or Open Burning is defined as any fire that is not contained within a fully enclosed firebox or structure and allows the products of combustion to be released directly into the open atmosphere without passing through a stack, duct, or chimney.

Recreational Fires

Outdoor fires are used exclusively for cooking, warmth, or recreational purposes, including those in outdoor fireplaces—are allowed. These fires may not be used to burn litter, refuse, garbage, leaves, or paper. The permitted fire size must not exceed a diameter of 3 feet and a height of 2 feet. Fires must never be left unattended, and a method for immediate extinguishment must always be available.

Fires within a ring made of noncombustible materials must be located at least 50 feet from any combustible structure. If the fire is within 50 feet, it must be covered with a protective spark-arresting screen across the entire top of the ring. Burning must be conducted so that dense smoke and noxious fumes are not produced, avoiding any nuisance to neighboring properties.

Burning Permits

To obtain a burning permit for non-recreational fires, follow these steps:

Visit the DNR website https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/permits/index.html

 and select “Burning permits.”

Choose “Purchase burning permit online.”

Select “Apply for a Burning Permit.”

Create an account if you do not have one.

Select “New Permit” and follow the instructions to complete the application.

Important Information

Burn permits cost $5 and are valid for the entire year.

Each time you plan to burn, you must activate your permit. Activation lasts until 8 AM the following day.

To activate your permit, call the Law Enforcement Center non-emergency number at (507) 457-6368.

All city ordinances must be followed, even with a burn permit.