Nevada Administrative Code
Chapter 444 - Sanitation
SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL
Provisions Applicable to Solid Waste Management Systems
Section 444.640 - Open burning; disposal of animal carcasses

Universal Citation: NV Admin Code 444.640

Current through September 16, 2024

1. Except as otherwise provided in this section, open burning of solid wastes at a disposal site, transfer station or other facility which handles solid waste is prohibited.

2. The solid waste management authority may approve open burning of yard waste and other untreated wood waste at facilities that serve remote communities if:

(a) There is no other practicable alternative for the management of the waste; and

(b) The burning is done in accordance with NAC 445B.22067.

3. The provisions of NAC 444.570 to 444.7499, inclusive, do not prevent the disposal of animal carcasses by burning if such burning is done in accordance with NAC 445B.22067, except that such burning is not allowed at municipal solid waste landfill units and Class III sites covered by those provisions.

Environmental Comm'n, Solid Waste Mgt Reg. §§ 2.3.1 & 2.3.2, eff. 9-21-77-NAC A 11-8-93; 3-1-94; R105-02, 10-18-2002

NRS 444.560

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