Fire Pit Rules: Bellevue vs Federal Way
How do fire pit rules rules compare between Bellevue, WA and Federal Way, WA?
Bellevue and Federal Way have similar restriction levels.
Bellevue, WA
King County
Bellevue allows recreational fires in approved fire pits under 3 feet wide and 2 feet tall, 25 feet from structures, using only seasoned firewood; no yard debris burning.
View full Bellevue rules →Federal Way, WA
King County
Federal Way allows recreational fire pits under FWRC 13.31 (2021 IFC). Fires must be under 3 ft wide and 2 ft tall, use clean firewood, and be supervised with water nearby. Burn bans override local rules.
View full Federal Way rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Bellevue | Federal Way |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Fire Size | - | Max 3 ft wide, 2 ft tall |
| Clearance | - | 25 ft from combustibles |
| Code | - | FWRC 13.31 / 2021 IFC |
| Fire Agency | - | South King Fire and Rescue |
| Burn Bans | - | PSCAA and DNR supersede |
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Bellevue FAQ
Federal Way FAQ
Can I have a backyard fire pit in Federal Way?
Yes. Recreational fires are allowed in pits up to 3 ft wide and 2 ft tall under FWRC 13.31, using clean firewood only, with 25 ft clearance from combustibles and an adult supervising.
Do I need a permit for a fire pit?
No permit is needed for standard recreational fires that meet size and setback rules. Larger ceremonial fires may require a South King Fire and Rescue permit.
What can I burn in a Federal Way fire pit?
Only clean, dry, seasoned firewood. Burning trash, yard waste, treated or painted wood, plastics, or construction debris is prohibited under the International Fire Code.
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