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Michigan Open Burning Rules (2026)
Conditional: Burning yard/land debris needs a burn permit.
Burning yard/land debris needs a burn permit. DNR issues free daily permits (via michigan.gov/BurnPermit) for the Upper Peninsula and northern Lower Peninsula; in the southern Lower Peninsula contact the local fire department. Keep piles small and attended.
Official source: michigan.gov →
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Open Burning Rules in states bordering Michigan
The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.
- IndianaConditional
Burning trash is illegal; open burning is generally prohibited except exempt activities. Residential burning of clean wood/leaves/brush is allowed in most counties but banned in Clark, Floyd, Lake and Porter. Land clearing/prescribed burns need IDEM prior approval.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: in.gov · Full Indiana rule →
- OhioRestricted
Under ORC 1503.18, open burning of debris in unincorporated areas is prohibited 6 a.m.-6 p.m. during March, April, May, October and November. Outside those hours/months burning of clean plant matter may be allowed; trash burning is always illegal.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: ohiodnr.gov · Full Ohio rule →
- WisconsinRestricted
In DNR fire-protection areas a (free) annual burning permit is required to burn legal materials whenever the ground is not fully snow-covered; permits are activated daily only if conditions allow. Daily burning hours and size limits vary; many materials may not be burned at all.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: dnr.wisconsin.gov · Full Wisconsin rule →
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