Outdoor Burning: Anaheim vs Garden Grove
How do outdoor burning rules compare between Anaheim, CA and Garden Grove, CA?
Anaheim has fewer restrictions than Garden Grove.
Anaheim, CA
Orange County
Anaheim requires recreational fire compliance with Anaheim Fire & Rescue guidelines. Chimineas and portable fire pits must be placed at least 15 feet from structures. No fires on Red Flag days or during Santa Ana winds. No permit needed for portable fire pits.
View full Anaheim rules →Garden Grove, CA
Orange County
Garden Grove prohibits outdoor burning of wood and solid fuels within 25 feet of combustible structures. Open burning of yard waste and trash is not permitted. Only approved gas-fueled devices and permanent fireplaces are allowed for recreational fires.
View full Garden Grove rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Anaheim | Garden Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Setback | 15 ft from structures | - |
| Permit | Not required for pits | - |
| Red Flag Days | All fires prohibited | - |
| Code | AMC Ch. 16.08 | - |
| Open Burning | - | Prohibited citywide |
| Yard Waste Burning | - | Not allowed |
| SCAQMD Rule | - | Rule 444 — no open refuse burning |
| Gas Devices | - | Allowed with Building Dept approval |
| Enforcement | - | OCFA and SCAQMD |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Anaheim FAQ
Can I have a fire pit in Anaheim?
Yes. Portable fire pits and chimineas do not need a permit but must be 15 feet from structures, constantly attended, and not used on Red Flag days.
Can I burn yard waste in Anaheim?
No. Open burning of yard waste and debris is prohibited by SCAQMD Rule 444 and state law.
Garden Grove FAQ
Can I burn yard waste in Garden Grove?
No. Open burning of yard waste, trash, and debris is prohibited throughout Garden Grove. SCAQMD Rule 444 also prohibits open burning in the South Coast Air Basin.
What outdoor fires are allowed in Garden Grove?
Gas-fueled fire pits and outdoor fireplaces approved by the Building Department, and wood fires in approved permanent fireplaces with proper clearance from combustible structures.
What about no-burn days?
SCAQMD issues no-burn alerts during poor air quality days, which prohibit all residential wood burning including in fireplaces. Check SCAQMD for current alerts.
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