Fire Pit Rules: Dublin vs Grove City
How do fire pit rules rules compare between Dublin, OH and Grove City, OH?
Dublin and Grove City have similar restriction levels.
Dublin, OH
Franklin County
Dublin allows recreational fire pits under Ohio Fire Code OAC 1301:7-7-03 Section 307.4. Pits limited to 3 feet diameter, must be 25 feet from structures and combustibles. Seasoned wood only; no yard waste or trash burning.
View full Dublin rules →Grove City, OH
Franklin County
Grove City permits recreational fire pits under Ohio Fire Code OAC 1301:7-7-03 Section 307.4. Pits must be max 3 feet diameter, 2 feet tall, and at least 25 feet from structures or combustible material. Only clean seasoned firewood may be burned.
View full Grove City rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Dublin | Grove City |
|---|---|---|
| Max Size | 3 feet diameter | 3 ft diameter, 2 ft tall |
| Setback | 25 feet from structures | 25 ft from structures |
| Fuel | Seasoned wood only | Clean seasoned wood only |
| Authority | Washington Township Fire | Jackson Township Fire |
| State Code | OAC 1301:7-7 Sec 307.4 | - |
| Attendance | - | Constant supervision required |
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Dublin FAQ
Do I need a permit for a backyard fire pit in Dublin?
No permit is required for a recreational fire pit under 3 feet in diameter used for warmth or cooking, provided it meets setback and attendance requirements.
Who enforces this in Dublin?
Dublin code enforcement at (614) 410-4400 handles complaints.
Grove City FAQ
Do I need a permit for a backyard fire pit in Grove City?
No permit is required for a recreational fire under 3 ft diameter, but it must comply with Ohio Fire Code setbacks and Jackson Township Fire enforcement.
Who enforces this in Grove City?
Grove City code enforcement at (614) 277-3100 handles complaints.
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