Fire Regulations in Springfield, OH (2026)
5 verified fire regulations for Springfield, Ohio, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Fire Pits & Backyard Fires
A recreational fire in Springfield, Ohio must stay at least 25 feet from any structure or combustible material under the locally amended Ohio Fire Code at Springfield Codified Ordinances Section 1501.01(c)(31) (OFC Section 307.4.2), a tighter rule than the general 50-foot open-burning setback. Approved containers and small piles get shorter setback distances.
Springfield OH Recreational Fire Setback
Some RestrictionsSpringfield Codified Ordinances § 1501.01(c)(31)
(4) 307.4 Location. The location for open burning shall not be less than 50 feet (15,240 mm) from any structure, and provisions shall be made to prevent the fire from spreading to within 50 feet (15,240 mm) of any structure. Exceptions: 1. Fires in approved containers (i.e. containers approved by the fire official as safe for open burning) that are not less than 15 feet (4,572 mm) from a stru...
Fireworks
Possessing, selling, or discharging fireworks anywhere in the City of Springfield, Ohio is illegal under Springfield Codified Ordinances Section 1513.04, with narrow exceptions for licensed manufacturers, wholesalers, and exhibitors. A licensed exhibitor running a public display still needs a joint Fire Chief/Police Chief permit, a $75 fee, and a $1 million bond.
Springfield OH Fireworks Possession Ban
Heavy RestrictionsSpringfield Codified Ordinances §§ 1513.04, 1513.99
1513.04 POSSESSION. SALE OR DISCHARGE PROHIBITED; EXCEPTIONS. ... (a) No person shall possess fireworks in this Municipality or shall possess for sale or sell fireworks in this Municipality, except a licensed manufacturer of fireworks as authorized by Ohio R.C. 3743.02 to 3743.08, a licensed wholesaler of fireworks as authorized by Ohio R.C. 3743.15 to 3743.21, an out-of-state resident as a...
Outdoor Burning
Open burning is banned across the City of Springfield, Ohio and a one-mile buffer beyond it under Springfield Codified Ordinances Section 1511.03(a), because the whole city falls within the ordinance's "restricted area" given its population over 10,000. Only specific listed exceptions, most needing Ohio EPA notice or permission, are allowed.
Springfield OH Open Burning Ban
Significant RestrictionsSpringfield Codified Ordinances §§ 1511.01(i), 1511.03(a)
(i) "Restricted area" means the area within the boundary of any municipal corporation established in accordance with the provisions of Title 7 of the Ohio Revised Code, plus a zone extending 1,000 feet beyond the boundaries of any such municipal corporation having a population of 1,000 to 10,000 persons and a zone extending one mile beyond any such municipal corporation having a population of...
Smoke Detectors
Every one-, two-, and three-family dwelling in Springfield, Ohio built after the Fire Prevention Code's effective date must have approved smoke detectors installed per the City's Residential Code for One-, Two-, and Three-Family Dwellings, under Springfield Codified Ordinances Section 1507.03(a). The same duty kicks in for major renovations and homes occupied by a handicapped resident.
Springfield OH Smoke Detector Requirement
Some RestrictionsSpringfield Codified Ordinances § 1507.03(a)-(b)
1507.03 RESIDENTIAL FIRE PROTECTION. (a) All one, two and three-family dwellings and all dwelling units in any residential building constructed after the effective date of this Fire Prevention Code shall be equipped with one or more approved smoke detector devices installed in a manner and location in accordance with The Residential Code For One, Two-and Three-Family Dwellings as adopted i...
Propane Storage
Springfield, Ohio requires a permit before installing or modifying any stationary LP-gas (propane) system, under a local amendment to the Ohio Fire Code at Springfield Codified Ordinances Section 1501.01(c)(10). The Fire Official charges a flat $75 permit fee unless another amount is specifically set, and violations are a first-degree misdemeanor.
Springfield OH LP-Gas System Permit
Some RestrictionsSpringfield Codified Ordinances § 1501.01(c)(10),(19)
(10) OFC Section 105.1.1.1 is amended by the addition thereto of Section 105.1.1.1.5 to read as follows: LP-gas system. A permit is required for the stationary installation or modification to a stationary LP-gas system. ... (19) OFC Section 112.1 is amended to read as follows: Permit fees. The fee for all permits issued by the fire official shall be seventy-five dollars unless specificall...