Fire Pit Rules: Kirkland vs Renton
How do fire pit rules rules compare between Kirkland, WA and Renton, WA?
Kirkland and Renton have similar restriction levels.
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 →Renton, WA
King County
Renton allows recreational fires under IFC Section 307 adopted via RMC 4-5-070. Pits must sit 25 feet from structures and be attended. Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (PSCAA) burn bans override local rules.
View full Renton rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Kirkland | Renton |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Code | - | IFC 307 via RMC 4-5-070 |
| Setback | - | 25 feet from structures |
| Size Limit | - | 3 feet wide, 2 feet tall |
| Fuel | - | Seasoned wood or gas only |
| Air Quality | - | PSCAA burn bans override local rules |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
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.
Renton FAQ
Can I have a wood fire pit in my Renton backyard?
Yes, if it burns only clean seasoned cordwood, stays 25 feet from structures, is attended by an adult, and is not used during a PSCAA burn ban.
Do gas fire pits have the same setback?
Listed gas appliances can sit closer per the manufacturer instructions, typically 15 feet or less from combustibles, and are not suspended by PSCAA burn bans.
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