Fire Regulations in Spokane, WA (2026)
8 verified fire regulations for Spokane, Washington, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Fire Pit Rules
Spokane allows recreational fires in approved fire pits under 3 feet in diameter, but all outdoor burning is subject to Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency (SRCAA) burn ban status. Only clean, seasoned firewood allowed.
Fire: Fire Pit Rules
Some RestrictionsFireworks
All consumer fireworks are banned within Spokane city limits year-round under SMC 10.04. Only licensed public displays are permitted. Spokane Fire Department conducts active enforcement around July 4th.
Fire: Fireworks
Heavy RestrictionsBrush Clearance
Spokane requires property owners in the wildland-urban interface on the eastside hills to maintain defensible space. SMC 10.08 addresses fire hazard abatement, and SRCAA coordinates regional wildfire fuel reduction.
Fire: Brush Clearance
Some RestrictionsOutdoor Burning
Outdoor burning of yard debris is banned year-round within Spokane city limits under SRCAA Regulation I. Only recreational fires with clean firewood are allowed, subject to burn ban status.
Fire: Outdoor Burning
Heavy RestrictionsWildfire Zones
Eastern Spokane including the eastside hills, South Hill bluff, and Dishman Hills vicinity are designated wildland-urban interface (WUI) zones. Enhanced building codes, defensible space, and Class A roofing required.
Fire: Wildfire Zones
Heavy RestrictionsSmoke Detectors
Spokane requires working smoke alarms in all residential dwellings per IRC Section R314 and IFC Section 907 adopted under SMC Title 17F. Rentals require hardwired interconnected alarms on each level and in each bedroom.
Fire: Smoke Detectors
Some RestrictionsBackyard Fires
Backyard recreational fires in Spokane must use approved containments, burn only clean firewood, stay 25 feet from structures, and comply with SRCAA burn ban status. Fires over 3 feet require a permit.
Fire: Backyard Fires
Some RestrictionsPropane Storage
Spokane adopts the International Fire Code through SMC Chapter 17F.040 with Spokane Fire Department amendments, capping unprotected residential propane storage and requiring permits for larger tanks under WAC 296-24-475.
Residential Propane Tank Limits Under Spokane Fire Code
Some RestrictionsLooking for Spokane County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Spokane city rules.
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