Fire Pit Rules: Duluth vs Lawrenceville
How do fire pit rules rules compare between Duluth, GA and Lawrenceville, GA?
Duluth and Lawrenceville have similar restriction levels.
Duluth, GA
Gwinnett County
Recreational fire pits allowed under International Fire Code §307.4.2 (adopted by Georgia): max 3 ft diameter, 2 ft tall flames, 15 ft from structures. Only seasoned wood or charcoal. Summer burn ban does not apply to recreational fires in approved appliances.
View full Duluth rules →Lawrenceville, GA
Gwinnett County
Recreational fire pits allowed per International Fire Code §307 as adopted by GA: max 3-ft diameter, 2-ft tall, 25 ft from structures. Portable propane/gas devices allowed closer per manufacturer specs.
View full Lawrenceville rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Duluth | Lawrenceville |
|---|---|---|
| Max Fire Size | 3 ft diameter x 2 ft tall | - |
| Setback | 15 ft from structures | 25 ft from structures |
| Portable Fireplace | 15 ft setback | - |
| Allowed Fuel | Seasoned wood, charcoal | - |
| Code | IFC §307.4 (GA adoption) | - |
| Size | - | Max 3 ft diameter, 2 ft tall |
| Fuel | - | Seasoned wood only |
| Propane | - | Manufacturer specs apply |
| Permit | - | None required if compliant |
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Duluth FAQ
Can I use my backyard fire pit during summer burn ban?
Yes. Recreational fires using seasoned wood, charcoal, or manufactured logs in an approved pit are exempt from the May to September burn ban.
How far from my house does a fire pit need to be?
15 feet from any structure or combustible material under International Fire Code §307.4.2.
How big can a recreational fire be in Duluth?
Maximum 3 feet in diameter with flames no more than 2 feet tall. Larger piles require a burn permit.
Lawrenceville FAQ
Do I need a permit for a backyard fire pit?
No permit needed for a compliant recreational fire (under 3 ft, 25 ft from buildings) using clean wood fuel.
How far does my fire pit have to be from my house?
At least 25 ft from structures under IFC §307 as adopted by Georgia. Propane fire pits follow manufacturer spacing instead.
Can I burn leaves or yard debris in my Lawrenceville fire pit?
No. Recreational fires must use seasoned wood only — no leaves, trash, or treated wood. That would trigger open-burning rules.
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