The fire must not cause smoke, soot, odors, visible emissions, heat, flame, radiation or other conditions to the degree that they become a nuisance. The fire must be started after 9 a.m. and be out by one hour before sunset. The burning must be enclosed in a non-combustible container or ground excavation covered by a metal mesh or grill. The moisture content and composition of the material to be burned must be favorable to good burning so that air pollution is minimized. Green or wet materials may not be burned.
Setback distances from roads and structures, and burning hours vary due to methods of operation.
Contact the local Division of Forestry office for specific information and authorization. Or, the initial clearing of vegetation to enhance property value. Maintenance burning of yard trash is not included. Silviculture Silviculture includes agricultural and forestry operations related to the growing, harvesting or maintenance of farm crops, forests or wildlife management. The Florida Forestry Arson Alert Association is a non-profit organization created to bring attention to the often underestimated problem of woods arson in the state.