Effective March 28, 2026, at 6pm, Person County prohibits all open burning across the unincorporated areas of Person County, including
within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. The ban applies to all open burning regardless of whether a permit was issued.
The local ban follows an open burning ban issued by the N.C. Forest Service.
Do you need assistance with caring for your pet? Click the category tab for the type of resource you are looking for that are available in Person County or nearby counties. Please let us know if you learn of others that we can add! The link below to pethelpfinder.com is a great website that lists multiple resources for your area and needs.
