Backyard recreational fires in Aurora are allowed in approved pits when within size limits, properly attended, and outside any active fire restriction period.
Aurora Fire Rescue allows backyard recreational fires in approved containers such as manufactured steel pits, chiminea units, or permanent masonry pits. The fire must be no more than 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet tall, must burn only clean seasoned wood, charcoal, or commercial fire logs, and must sit at least 15 to 25 feet from any structure, fence, deck, or overhanging branch. An adult must attend the fire at all times with a garden hose, bucket, or extinguisher within reach. Natural gas and propane fire features follow gas appliance rules and typically face fewer restrictions but must still meet clearance. During Stage 1 restrictions wood fires are banned but gas features are often still allowed; Stage 2 restrictions ban nearly all open flame. Check the Aurora Fire Rescue restriction page before lighting a fire in summer.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Aurora code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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