The Susanville Fire Department (SFD) will lift the suspension of all burn permits and open burning in the City of Susanville effective at 6:00 AM on Sunday, November 1, 2026, in partnership with CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc Unit.
SFD advises those possessing valid residential burn permits to resume burning only on permissible burn days. Permissible burn days can be verified by contacting the Air Pollution Control District line at 530-257-BURN (2876).
Residents wishing to burn are required to have a valid burn permit in their possession, and all regulations must be followed. Burn permits can be issued at SFD, 1505 Main Street, by check or money order, or at Susanville City Hall, 66 N. Lassen Street.
Susanville Fire Department Resumes Burn Permits and Open Burning Starting November 1 2026
