Open Burning Info
Sandoval County Burn Permit
Sandoval County Burn Permit Application
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Statewide Fire Restrictions - Rescinded
As of September 28, 2026, the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department, Forestry Division has rescinded the fire restrictions that were imposed on April 6, 2026, for non-federal, non-tribal and non-municipal lands in New Mexico.
Order to Rescind Smoking, Firework, Campifre and Open Fire Restrictions for New Mexico
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Fireworks
It is hereby provided that safe and sane fireworks shall be permitted within the county. This shall mean and include all fireworks that have no report, that are not self-propelling and the effects of which do not extend above ten feet in height from the ground.
- Read the Warning Label.
► If it reads “WARNING” it is illegal.
► If it reads “CAUTION” it is legal. - Fireworks can only be used on paved or dirt areas free of vegetation and other flammable materials.
- A water source must be present at all times.
The Sandoval County Fire Marshal, or designee, shall be contacted for any burns that are outside of the above provisions. To contact the Fire Marshal or designee, please send an email to the appropriate Fire Department member below:
Ryan Louchard
Battalion Chief
Wildland Division & Logistics
Sandoval County Fire & Rescue
301 Piedra Lisa Road, Bernalillo, NM 87004
rlouchard@sandovalcountynm.gov
505-206-6865 Cell
505-867-0245 Office
505-867-6256 Fax
The Fire Marshal or designee can also be contacted at 505-867-4581 or 1-800-898-2876 and follow the prompts. The prompts will connect you via phone to the same Sandoval County Personnel as listed above.