Burning weeds and rubbish is a public nuisance unless done with permission and in accordance with regulations, specifically by obtaining a burn permit from the City Fire Department when sanctioned (4-1-4(M)). Open Burn Permit form available on city website.
Open burning & fires — Ely, Nevada
Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
No adopted ordinance has been confirmed for Ely — the documents below are unconfirmed leads or supporting material (checked None).