Outdoor Cooking in San Bernardino County, CA (2026)
1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in San Bernardino County, California.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of San Bernardino County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Smoker Rules
San Bernardino County bans solid fuel burning outdoor fireplaces, chimineas, barbeques, and fire pits at short-term rentals in the Mountain Region, a fire-safety rule enforced through the STR permit process under County Code Section 84.28.070(j).
San Bernardino County Mountain STR Solid-Fuel Cooking Ban
Heavy RestrictionsSan Bernardino County Code § 84.28.070(j)(1)
Solid fuel burning outdoor fireplaces, chimineas, barbeques, and fire pits are prohibited in the Mountain Region. (2) The interior and exterior of the STR shall be kept free of hazardous conditions at all times. (3) Spas/hot tubs shall be covered and locked when not in use. (k) Sanitation. (1) Every STR shall be cleaned after each occupancy change in order to make t...
Outdoor Cooking by City in San Bernardino County
2 cities in San Bernardino County have their own outdoor cooking rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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