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Burleson County will now require per 30 TAC 285.3(d)(2) that installers notify our office 5 working days before a needed inspection.

30 TAC 285.3(d)(2) The installer shall notify the permitting authority at least five working days (Monday through Friday, excluding holidays) before the date the OSSF will be ready for inspection.

In addition, the application review process may take longer than previously. We will still work toward getting the ATC issued in a timely manner. Please be aware of 30 TAC 285.3(c).

285.3(c) Action on Applications. The permitting authority shall either approve or deny an application within 30 days of receiving an application. If the application and planning materials are approved, the permitting authority shall issue an authorization to construct. If the application and planning materials are denied, the permitting authority shall explain the reasons for the denial in writing to the owner, and the owner's agent.

If required for the OSSF system selected the Affidavit to the Public must be filed with the County Clerk's office prior to requesting an OSSF permit. The filing fee is $28. There will be two pages that must be submitted with the OSSF application.

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

Outdoor Burning Regulations
Contact the Burleson County Sheriffs Office at (979) 567-4343 (option 0)  before you commence a burn.  Please visit the National Weather Service link below to see current and forecasted weather conditions  including wind speed and humidity.

National Weather Service Fire Weather

Exemption Agreement to Burn
This form must be submitted and approved during burn ban periods for any outdoor burning.