Fire Pit Rules: Kent vs Redmond
How do fire pit rules rules compare between Kent, WA and Redmond, WA?
Kent and Redmond have similar restriction levels.
Kent, WA
King County
Kent allows small recreational fires in portable pits or contained rings when no PSCAA burn ban is active. Fires must be under 3 feet wide, burn only clean dry firewood, and be attended at all times.
View full Kent rules →Redmond, WA
King County
Redmond allows small recreational fires in approved pits or containers under IFC 307 as adopted by RMC 15.06, with fuel limited to seasoned firewood and size under 3 feet diameter by 2 feet high.
View full Redmond rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Kent | Redmond |
|---|---|---|
| Max pit size | 3 feet diameter, 2 feet tall | - |
| Setback from structures | 25 feet minimum | - |
| Allowed fuel | Clean seasoned firewood only | - |
| Supervision | Adult attended at all times | - |
| Authority | Puget Sound RFA, PSCAA burn bans | - |
| Max Size | - | 3 ft diameter x 2 ft high |
| Clearance | - | 25 ft from structures |
| Approved Fuel | - | Seasoned firewood only |
| Code | - | IFC 307 via RMC 15.06 |
| Air Quality | - | Check PSCAA burn bans |
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Kent FAQ
Do I need a permit for a backyard fire pit?
No permit is required for recreational fires under 3 feet wide using clean firewood, provided no burn ban is in effect and the 25-foot setback is maintained.
How do I check for a burn ban?
Visit pscleanair.gov or call the PSCAA burn ban hotline before lighting any outdoor fire in Kent. Bans are common in summer and winter.
Redmond FAQ
Can I have a backyard fire pit in Redmond?
Yes, recreational fires under 3 feet in diameter are allowed with 25 feet clearance from structures and only clean firewood as fuel per IFC 307.
Do I need a permit for a small fire pit?
No permit is needed for recreational fires that meet the size, fuel, and clearance requirements in the International Fire Code.
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