Fire Pit Rules: Bakersfield vs Delano
How do fire pit rules rules compare between Bakersfield, CA and Delano, CA?
Bakersfield and Delano have similar restriction levels.
Bakersfield, CA
Kern County
Recreational fire pits in Bakersfield are subject to KCFD fire prevention rules. Open burning requires fire department authorization. Portable propane fire pits are generally permitted; wood-burning outdoor fires require compliance with EKAPCD air quality rules.
View full Bakersfield rules →Delano, CA
Kern County
Outdoor burning in Delano is governed by the California Fire Code as adopted by the City and by the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District's Rule 4103 (Open Burning), which restricts when open burning is allowed.
View full Delano rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Bakersfield | Delano |
|---|---|---|
| Wood Burning | EKAPCD restrictions apply | - |
| Propane Pits | Generally permitted | - |
| Permit | KCFD authorization for open burning | - |
| Contact | Bakersfield 311 / (661) 326-3600 | - |
| Regulator | - | SJVAPCD Rule 4103 |
| State Code | - | California Fire Code §307 |
| Air Basin | - | South San Joaquin Valley |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Bakersfield FAQ
Are fire pits allowed in residential areas in Bakersfield?
Recreational fire pits in Bakersfield are subject to KCFD fire prevention rules. Open burning requires fire department authorization. Portable propane fire pits are generally permitted; wood-burning outdoor fires require compliance with EKAPCD air quality rules.
What are the fire pit setback requirements in Bakersfield?
Wood Burning: EKAPCD restrictions apply. Propane Pits: Generally permitted. Permit: KCFD authorization for open burning.
Delano FAQ
Can I have a backyard fire pit?
Yes for recreational fires under CFC §307 with clean fuel, but check sjvapcd.org for daily No-Burn Day status before lighting.
Compare other topics
See how Bakersfield and Delano compare on other ordinance categories.
Want to add a third city?
Use our full comparison tool to compare up to three cities.
Open Comparison Tool