County to consider Stage 1 fire restrictions countywide
Teton County commissioners are set to consider a Stage 1 (partial) fire restrictions resolution that would prohibit open fires across unincorporated Teton County, with limited exceptions, citing high fire danger and regional resource constraints.
Teton County commissioners are set to consider a Stage 1 (partial) fire restrictions resolution that would put unincorporated Teton County under a partial fire closure, prohibiting open fires “until further notice,” except for a short list of controlled uses like enclosed charcoal grills, portable stoves, and campfires in established fire rings at established campgrounds R Board Meeting Agenda.
Fire/EMS staff say fire danger is currently rated “High,” with increased potential for starts and limited available resources, and they are recommending countywide alignment with regional partners. The staff report notes the board already approved Stage 1 restrictions for the Alta area on July 7, and this action would extend Stage 1 restrictions to the rest of the county’s unincorporated area Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Resolution.
Background
Teton County opposes a national open-access presumption and removal of minimization criteria, citing risks to local planning, resource protection, and emergency services.
Latest: 2026-09-21 — Commissioners submit formal comment letter to US Forest Service opposing national open-access presumption and removal of minimization criteria, requesting retention of current rule or equivalent protections.
curated as of 2026-09-19
Teton County's 2026 Housing Rules update will address First Responder preferences, compliance remedies, occupancy standards, and income range adjustments, following a public, multi-stage review and adoption process involving key local stakeholders.
Latest: 2024-10-07 — Anticipated release of proposed redlined Housing Rules and start of 45-day public comment period and ordinance amendment process.
curated as of 2026-06-11
Source Documents
| Date | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| July 21, 2026 | Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Resolution | resolution |
| July 20, 2026 | R Board Meeting Agenda | agenda |