Backyard Fires: Apopka vs Orlando

Backyard recreational fires allowed in Apopka subject to fire pit rules, open burning authorization, and active burn bans. Cooking fires in approved grills and contained pits are generally permitted without authorization.

Orlando residents may have small recreational backyard fires (under 3 feet in diameter, 2 feet tall) for warmth or recreation, plus charcoal, propane, and natural-gas cooking grills, subject to clearance and burn-ban rules. Burning of yard waste, leaves, brush, construction debris, or trash is prohibited inside city limits. All fires must be attended by an adult with extinguishing means available. The Florida Fire Prevention Code prohibits open flames on combustible balconies of multi-family buildings.