Fire Pit Rules: Bellevue vs Kirkland
How do fire pit rules rules compare between Bellevue, WA and Kirkland, WA?
Bellevue and Kirkland 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 →Kirkland, WA
King County
Kirkland allows recreational fires in pits under 3 feet wide, 25 feet from structures, with only clean firewood under IFC 307 and PSCAA rules; yard debris burning is banned year-round.
View full Kirkland rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Bellevue | Kirkland |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Max Fire Diameter | - | 3 feet |
| Clearance | - | 25 feet from structures |
| Allowed Fuel | - | Clean seasoned firewood only |
| Code Basis | - | IFC 307 via KMC Title 21 |
| Agency | - | PSCAA + Kirkland Fire |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Bellevue FAQ
Kirkland FAQ
Do I need a permit for a backyard fire pit in Kirkland?
No permit is required if the fire is under 3 feet wide, stays 25 feet from structures, and burns only clean firewood or charcoal.
Can I burn yard debris in Kirkland?
No. Residential yard waste burning is banned year-round across the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency region including all of Kirkland.
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