The LCAQMD is experiencing intermittent phone line disruptions.  AT&T has been notified.  

Repairs should be occur soon, pending AT&T's availability.  You may email us at LCAQMD@LCAQMD.NET

if unable to leave a message.

Lake County Burn Ban Lifted November 22, 2024

Residential and Agricultural Burn Permits are available here  (OnlineBurnPermit)

Burn Permits

Burn Permits are available during burn season.  Burn season starts when CalFire declares an end to fire season.  Permits are valid through April 30th, though some exemption burns may be authorized after May 1.  Parcels must be 1.0 acres or larger, as recorded in the County Assessor's office in order to obtain a permit.  Greenwaste bins are available through your local waste hauler as an option to burning.

Smoke Management Plans

Smoke Management plans are available during burn season.  Smoke Managemet Plans are for larger burns, prescribed fires, whole tree / vineyard removals, overnight burning, and sites that are likely to have or have previously received complaints.  Burn season starts when CalFire declares an end to fire season.  Permits are valid through April 30th, though some exemption burns may be authorized after May 1.  Contact the LCAQMD for options.

Due to a severe staffing shortage the District office is currently closed to walk in's.  Call to make an appoinment so staff will be available to help you.

Requests for County or City Building and Demolition Permit sign-offs can be submitted to our general email at LCAQMD@LCAQMD.net, or our drop box at the District Office.  Include all documents pertaining to the project as appropriate including: building/demolition permit application, location map, engine information, engine specification sheets, engine emission sheets.  If additional information is required the District will contact you.

A drop box is available at the District Office ( generally accessible Monday through Thursday and some Fridays when possible from 10am to 4pm) and it is checked daily so you can drop off documents for review.

Please allow 10 business days before contacting the District for an update on your request. 

Requests will be processed as time allows in the order received.  

All diesel generators require a District permit.  Please submit an original signed Authority to Construct application, Engine Data Submittal Form, engine specification sheet, engine emission certification, location map and application fee in the amount of $326.49 to the District office by mail to: 

Lake County Air Quality Management District

2617 S. Main Street

Lakeport, CA 95453

Matters that pertain to the immediate and significant health and safety risk to the public will take priority over all other requests.  

To obtain applications, forms and more information please see the Permits and Compliance tab.   

We appreciate your patience and understanding during this difficult time.