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Coopersville—Polkton Area Fire & Rescue Department

Coopersville Polkton Fire Rescue Station
30 Conran Drive
Coopersville, Michigan 49404
Phone: 616-997-5847

Fire Chief - Travis Kroll

Burn Permits

Beginning January 1, 2023 all burn permits must be submitted through the Coopersville-Polkton Fire Department. Office hours are Monday - Friday 9AM - 5PM.

The Fire Department is a joint function of the City of Coopersville and Polkton Township. The Fire Department fights fires, performs fire prevention activities, conducts arson investigation, containment of hazardous spills, emergency management coordination, inspections and plan reviews per code.

The Fire Department is also responsible for the issuance of Burn Permits. The City of Coopersville will issue a Permit  in accordance with Chapter 1615 of the Codified Ordinances and applicant agrees to comply with the provisions of this ordinance, which  includes, but is not limited to the following terms and conditions:

Open burning of leaves and grass clippings is PROHIBITED.

Open burning of trees, logs, brush and stumps is permitted.
  • Flames shall not exceed 6 feet in height.
  • Fire must be located at least 20 feet from the nearest building which is NOT on the same property.
  • Fire must be located in the rear yard of the property, if applicable.
  • Fire must be constantly attended and supervised by a competent person of at least 18 years of age. Any person utilizing or maintaining an outdoor fire shall be  responsible for all fire suppression costs and any other liability resulting from damage caused by the fire.
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