Fire pit rules, fireworks, brush clearance, and outdoor burning regulations.
Fire Regulations rules vary widely between U.S. cities and counties. What is permitted in one jurisdiction may carry fines or require permits in another. These differences matter whether you are a homeowner, renter, landlord, or business owner.
We research each city's municipal code, official department guidelines, and council records to summarize the rules that affect daily life. Every entry links to the original source so you can verify the details yourself. Browse the topics below to explore specific fire regulations regulations by city.
Regulations for portable and permanent fire pits in residential yards, including setback distances, fuel types, and size limits.
Which types of consumer fireworks are legal, when they can be used, and the fines for setting off illegal fireworks.
Requirements to clear dry vegetation around your property for wildfire prevention, including deadlines and the distance you need to maintain.
Rules for open flames outdoors including bonfires, yard waste burning, and cooking fires. Some cities ban all outdoor burning year-round.
Special building and landscaping requirements for properties located in designated wildfire hazard areas or fire severity zones.
Requirements for smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in homes, including how many you need and where they must be installed.
Common questions about fire regulations in the United States.
Rules for recreational fires in backyards including chimineas, portable fire bowls, and cooking fires, separate from permanent fire pit regulations.