There is an active burn ban for April 17, 2025, inside Baldwin City limits and in unincorporated areas of Douglas County.
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Baldwin City follows Douglas County Emergency Management's burn ban days, which are determined on a daily basis. The most accurate way to find out if there is a burn ban in effect on any given day is to call 785-832-5394.
Dog tags cost $10. Tag fees are reduced to $5 if the dog is spayed or neutered.
Dog tags must be purchased within 30 days of moving to Baldwin City, either at City Hall or Baldwin City Companion Animal Hospital, located at 504 Ames Street. Their number is 785-594-2413.
Tags expire in December yearly and must be renewed before January 31st.
Proof of rabies vaccination and expiration date must accompany all tag requests, as well as $5 if spayed or neutered; $10 if not.
Baldwin City follows Douglas County Emergency Management's burn ban days, which are determined on a daily basis. The most accurate way to find out if there is a burn ban in effect on any given day is to call 785-832-5394. You may also call City Hall at 785-594-6297 with questions.
Yes. You may get one at City Hall by walking in at 803 8th Street or calling 785-594-6427.
There is no cost for a burn permit. They are required for safety reasons.
Burn permits are issued for the purpose of burning leaves, straw, grass, or limbs under four inches in diameter. Per City Ordinance 1206, trash, garbage, construction materials, and construction debris may not be burned or buried within city limits.
All clearances must comply with the distances prescribed by Ordinance #1206. Questions should be directed to the Baldwin City Volunteer Fire Department at 785-594-3678.
