Fire Regulations in Vineyard, CA (2026)
6 verified fire regulations for Vineyard, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Fire Pit Rules
Manufactured residential fire pits (gas or contained wood) are allowed in Vineyard under California Fire Code §307.4.2 if kept at least 25 feet from structures, never left unattended, and used only with seasoned dry firewood. SMAQMD 'Check Before You Burn' restrictions apply November-February.
Vineyard Fire Pit Rules (Sacramento County)
Some RestrictionsFireworks
Vineyard falls under the Sacramento County fireworks ordinance: 'Safe and Sane' fireworks are legal ONLY June 28 - July 4, 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. All other fireworks (anything that explodes, flies, or moves) are illegal year-round with social-host fines starting at $1,000 per illegal firework.
Vineyard Fireworks Rules (Sacramento County)
Heavy RestrictionsBrush Clearance
Sacramento Metro Fire District enforces weed abatement in Vineyard. Residential parcels must mow grass and clear weeds to 4 inches or less by June 1 of each year. Vacant parcels require a 30-foot defensible-space perimeter.
Vineyard Weed Abatement / Defensible Space (Sacramento County)
Some RestrictionsOutdoor Burning
Open burning of yard waste is illegal in Vineyard under Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District Rule 407, which prohibits all open burning in the urban portion of Sacramento County. Yard waste must go in the green bin or to a county landfill.
Vineyard Open Burning Prohibition (Sacramento County)
Heavy RestrictionsWildfire Zones
Vineyard is NOT in a CAL FIRE State Responsibility Area (SRA) or designated Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). Sacramento Metro Fire enforces weed abatement and defensible space under SCC Ch. 17.12.
Vineyard Wildfire Hazard Zones (Sacramento County)
Some RestrictionsPropane Storage
Residential propane tanks in Vineyard up to 125 gallons require no special permit beyond installation. Tanks 125-500 gallons need a Sacramento Metro Fire permit. California Fire Code §6104 sets setback distances from buildings and property lines.
Vineyard Propane Storage Rules (Sacramento County)
Some RestrictionsLooking for Sacramento County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Vineyard city rules.
Fire Regulations in Sacramento County →