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 RestrictionsFireworks
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 RestrictionsOutdoor 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 RestrictionsLooking for El Paso County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Manitou Springs city rules.
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