Backyard Fires: Ontario vs Victorville
How do backyard fires rules compare between Ontario, CA and Victorville, CA?
Ontario has fewer restrictions than Victorville.
Ontario, CA
San Bernardino County
Ontario backyard fires are limited to small wood fires in approved pits or gas appliances. Burning of leaves, trash, or debris is banned under SCAQMD Rule 444 and the adopted California Fire Code.
View full Ontario rules →Victorville, CA
San Bernardino County
Victorville backyard fires are limited to small wood fires in approved pits or gas appliances. Burning of leaves, trash, or debris is banned under MDAQMD Rule 444 and the adopted California Fire Code.
View full Victorville rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Ontario | Victorville |
|---|---|---|
| Code authority | CFC 307 as adopted | CFC 307 adopted via VMC Title 15 |
| Setback | 25 feet from structures | 25 feet from structures |
| Pile size | Under 3 ft wide and 2 ft high | Under 3 ft wide and 2 ft high |
| Attendance | Adult with extinguisher required | Adult with extinguisher required |
| Bans | Trash, leaves, debris, no-burn days | Trash, leaves, debris, red flag days |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Ontario FAQ
Can I have a small bonfire with friends in Ontario?
Only if the fire is inside an approved pit or portable fireplace burning clean wood, stays 25 feet from structures, and is attended by a sober adult with water nearby.
What about a propane fire table on a patio?
Listed propane appliances are allowed and can sit much closer to structures per the manufacturer instructions, and they are not suspended by SCAQMD no-burn days.
Victorville FAQ
Can I have a small bonfire with friends in my Victorville yard?
Only if the fire is inside an approved pit or portable fireplace burning clean wood, stays 25 feet from structures, is attended by a sober adult with water nearby, and no red flag or no-burn day is in effect.
What about a propane fire table on a patio?
Listed propane appliances are allowed and can sit closer to structures per manufacturer instructions. They are not suspended by MDAQMD no-burn days but may be restricted during extreme fire weather warnings.
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