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Fire Regulations in Manitou Springs, CO (2026)

3 verified fire regulations for Manitou Springs, Colorado, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Fire Pit Rules

Fire pits in Manitou Springs are allowed during Stage 0 (no restrictions) and Stage 1 restrictions under Ordinance No. 1022, §6.34.050, provided they have proper screen covers and 15-foot clearance from structures. Banned under Stage 2 and Red Flag Warnings.

Manitou Springs Fire Pit Rules

Some Restrictions

Fireworks

ALL fireworks — including permissible/Safe and Sane types — are banned in Manitou Springs. Only professional/public displays with permits are allowed. Manitou Springs is in a high wildfire-risk area and strictly enforces the ban.

Manitou Springs Fireworks Regulations

Heavy Restrictions

Outdoor Burning

Manitou Springs has a tiered fire restriction system (Ordinance No. 1022, §6.34.050) with Stage 1 and Stage 2 (full ban) levels. Open burning of waste is always prohibited; recreational fires are allowed during Stage 0 but banned under active restrictions.

Manitou Springs Outdoor Burning Rules

Heavy Restrictions

Looking for El Paso County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Manitou Springs city rules.

Fire Regulations in El Paso County