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Fire Regulations in Santa Maria, CA (2026)

3 verified fire regulations for Santa Maria, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Fire Pit Rules

Santa Maria allows recreational fires in approved fire pits with safety restrictions. Fires must maintain clearance from structures and be attended at all times.

Santa Maria Fire Pit Rules

Some Restrictions

Fireworks

Fireworks are regulated in Santa Maria under state and local law. Only Safe and Sane fireworks are legal during the approved sales period. Aerial fireworks, bottle rockets, and firecrackers are illegal in California.

Santa Maria Fireworks Regulations

Heavy Restrictions

Outdoor Burning

Open burning is restricted in Santa Maria under Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District rules. Backyard debris burning is generally prohibited. Agricultural burning requires permits.

Santa Maria Outdoor Burning Rules

Heavy Restrictions

Looking for Santa Barbara County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Santa Maria city rules.

Fire Regulations in Santa Barbara County