Minnesota § 84.97 - CONTROLLED BURNING
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 84.97 — CONTROLLED BURNING, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 84.97. CONTROLLED BURNING
Subdivision 1.Program established.
The commissioner may establish a controlled burning program on public and private land to propagate wildlife requiring new vegetative growth and brush habitats, to manage the prairie, and to reduce the wildfire hazard.
Subd. 2.Burning permits.
(a) A person may not conduct a controlled burn without a permit.
(b) The commissioner may provide a manual that describes financial and technical assistance available and provides detailed information on conducting a controlled burn.
Subd. 3.Assistance for private burns.
The commissioner may provide financial and technical assistance to persons who desire to conduct controlled burns approved by the commissioner. Technical assistance includes controlled burn plan development, demonstration controlled burns, and personnel assistance for a controlled burn.
History:
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 84.97
What does Minnesota Statutes § 84.97 cover?
Section 84.97 ("CONTROLLED BURNING") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Minnesota § 84.97?
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