Fire Pit Rules: Orange vs Santa Ana
How do fire pit rules rules compare between Orange, CA and Santa Ana, CA?
Orange and Santa Ana have similar restriction levels.
Orange, CA
Orange County
Orange allows gas-fueled fire pits with Building Division approval. Wood-burning fire pits must be at least 15 feet from combustible structures and have spark arrestors. SCAQMD Check Before You Burn restrictions apply.
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Orange County
Gas fire pits (natural gas or propane) are generally allowed in Santa Ana with a building permit and proper clearances. Permanently installed wood-burning fire pits are prohibited in new construction under SCAQMD Rule 445. Portable wood fire pits are restricted during no-burn days.
View full Santa Ana rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Orange | Santa Ana |
|---|---|---|
| Gas Pits | Allowed with approval | - |
| Wood Burning | 15 ft from structures | - |
| Spark Arrestor | Required for wood | - |
| No-Burn Days | SCAQMD seasonal | Nov–Feb curtailment |
| Gas Fire Pits | - | Allowed with permit |
| Wood (New Build) | - | Prohibited (Rule 445) |
| Clearance | - | 10 ft from structures |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Orange FAQ
Are fire pits allowed in residential areas in Orange?
Orange allows gas-fueled fire pits with Building Division approval. Wood-burning fire pits must be at least 15 feet from combustible structures and have spark arrestors. SCAQMD Check Before You Burn restrictions apply.
What are the fire pit setback requirements in Orange?
Gas Pits: Allowed with approval. Wood Burning: 15 ft from structures. Spark Arrestor: Required for wood. No-Burn Days: SCAQMD seasonal.
Santa Ana FAQ
Are fire pits allowed in residential areas in Santa Ana?
Gas fire pits (natural gas or propane) are generally allowed in Santa Ana with a building permit and proper clearances. Permanently installed wood-burning fire pits are prohibited in new construction under SCAQMD Rule 445. Portable wood fire pits are restricted during no-burn days.
What are the fire pit setback requirements in Santa Ana?
Gas Fire Pits: Allowed with permit. Wood (New Build): Prohibited (Rule 445). Clearance: 10 ft from structures. No-Burn Days: Nov–Feb curtailment.
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