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Fire Regulations in San Luis Obispo, CA (2026)

3 verified fire regulations for San Luis Obispo, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Fire Pit Rules

Recreational fires in approved fire pits using clean, dry wood are generally allowed in San Luis Obispo subject to fire-code clearances and no-burn / red-flag day restrictions; fires must be attended and a safe distance from structures.

Fire: Fire Pit Rules

Some Restrictions

Fireworks

All fireworks — including California 'Safe and Sane' fireworks — are illegal in the City of San Luis Obispo and throughout SLO County. Personal fireworks are prohibited; only professional permitted displays are allowed. Violations carry $1,000 fines with social-host liability.

Fire: Fireworks

Heavy Restrictions

Outdoor Burning

Open burning in San Luis Obispo is regulated by the San Luis Obispo County Air Pollution Control District and CalFire; residential yard-waste burning is restricted and barred on no-burn days. Defensible-space clearance (PRC §4291) applies in the city's hillside fire hazard zones.

Fire: Outdoor Burning

Heavy Restrictions