County of Bedford, Virginia
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Local Burning Restrictions
Outdoor burning is allowed in Bedford County without a permit or prior approval from local officials. However, residents planning to burn on their property are asked to notify non-emergency dispatch so crews are aware of the activity: 540-586-7827.
In the Town of Bedford, citizens are required to obtain permission before burning. Learn more here.
Bedford County and Town of Bedford officials may place their respective localities under a burn ban when conditions warrant.
There is currently no burn ban in effect in Bedford County or the Town of Bedford.
Statewide Burning Law
Virginia’s annual spring burning restrictions are in effect every year from February 15 through April 30 to help prevent wildfires during peak fire season.
Here’s what you need to know about restrictions during this time frame:
- No open-air burning between midnight and 4 p.m.
- Applies to fires within 300 feet of wooded areas or dry grass
- Burning is permitted from 4 p.m. to midnight with the proper safety precautions
- Violations may result in a Class 3 misdemeanor and fines