Backyard Fires: Las Vegas vs Paradise
How do backyard fires rules compare between Las Vegas, NV and Paradise, NV?
Las Vegas and Paradise have similar restriction levels.
Las Vegas, NV
Clark County
Las Vegas allows residential recreational fires in approved contained devices — chimineas, patio heaters and manufactured fire pits — under LVMC and IFC 307. Open ground fires, yard waste burning, and trash burning are prohibited, and Clark County air quality rules reinforce the ban.
View full Las Vegas rules →Paradise, NV
Clark County
Open burning is prohibited in urban Clark County. Recreational fires are allowed only in approved fire pits, chimineas, or manufactured devices burning clean fuel, with a max 3 ft by 2 ft pile and an adult present.
View full Paradise rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Las Vegas | Paradise |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Open Burning | - | Prohibited urban valley |
| Recreational Fire | - | 3 ft x 2 ft max |
| Setback | - | 15 ft from structure |
| Fuel | - | Clean wood, charcoal, gas only |
| Supervision | - | Competent adult required |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Las Vegas FAQ
Can I burn tumbleweeds I cleared from the yard?
No. Open burning of yard waste is prohibited under Clark County DAQ Rule 54. Bag and dispose via waste service instead.
Is a propane fire pit allowed during red-flag days?
Propane and natural gas fire features are usually exempt from red-flag restrictions because fuel shutoff is immediate, but HOAs may impose stricter rules.
Paradise FAQ
Can I burn yard waste in my backyard in unincorporated Clark County?
No. Open burning of yard waste is prohibited in the urban valley due to PM-10 air quality rules. Use Republic Services green waste collection instead.
What about a chiminea or fire pit for roasting marshmallows?
Allowed with clean firewood only, at least 15 ft from any structure, pile no more than 3 ft by 2 ft, with an adult and extinguisher or hose ready.
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