Fire Pit Rules: Richmond vs Walnut Creek
How do fire pit rules rules compare between Richmond, CA and Walnut Creek, CA?
Richmond and Walnut Creek have similar restriction levels.
Richmond, CA
Contra Costa County
Residential fire pits in Richmond must use gas or manufactured logs due to BAAQMD restrictions. No open wood fires. Portable fire pits must be at least 25 feet from structures. Use prohibited on Spare the Air days.
View full Richmond rules →Walnut Creek, CA
Contra Costa County
Residential fire pits must use gas or manufactured logs per BAAQMD. No wood fires. 25-ft setback from structures required. No use on Spare the Air days. WUI proximity makes compliance important.
View full Walnut Creek rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Richmond | Walnut Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Gas or manufactured logs only | Gas or manufactured logs only |
| Setback | 25 ft from structures | 25 ft from structures |
| Spare the Air | No use on alert days | No use on alert days |
| Authority | BAAQMD | BAAQMD / CCCFPD |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Richmond FAQ
Are fire pits allowed in residential areas in Richmond?
Residential fire pits in Richmond must use gas or manufactured logs due to BAAQMD restrictions. No open wood fires. Portable fire pits must be at least 25 feet from structures. Use prohibited on Spare the Air days.
What are the fire pit setback requirements in Richmond?
Fuel: Gas or manufactured logs only. Setback: 25 ft from structures. Spare the Air: No use on alert days. Authority: BAAQMD.
Walnut Creek FAQ
Are fire pits allowed in residential areas in Walnut Creek?
Residential fire pits must use gas or manufactured logs per BAAQMD. No wood fires. 25-ft setback from structures required. No use on Spare the Air days. WUI proximity makes compliance important.
What are the fire pit setback requirements in Walnut Creek?
Fuel: Gas or manufactured logs only. Setback: 25 ft from structures. Spare the Air: No use on alert days. Authority: BAAQMD / CCCFPD.
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