Saturday, September 6, 2008

TRASH BURNING ORDINANCE

The Fire Department is reporting at least 30 calls this morning related to trash burning in the parish.

St. Charles Parish burning ordinances require that all burn sites be at least 1,000 feet from any residence. Additionally, you are REQUIRED to obtain a permit from the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office, and there is a 14-day waiting period before you can start burning.

For more information please contact the Sheriff's Office at 985-783-6807.

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