§ 30-31. Purpose and intent.

The purpose of this article is to:

(1)

Protect people and property in the Village of Sparta against health, safety, environmental and fire hazards caused by open burning;

(2)

Protect residential neighbors living in close proximity from the excessive smoke and noxious fumes commonly associated with outdoor wood-fired boilers;

(3)

Prohibit the burning of material near public and private roads, streets, places, buildings and structures; and

(4)

Encourage alternative methods of disposing of natural and biodegradable materials.

(Ord. No. 09-06, § 1, 12-14-2009)