Backyard recreational fires in Bellevue are allowed in fire pits under 3 feet wide, 25 feet from structures, fueled by clean firewood only; yard waste burning is always banned.
Bellevue Fire Department allows backyard recreational fires without a permit when conducted in an approved fire pit or portable outdoor fireplace under 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet tall, located at least 25 feet from any structure, deck, fence, or combustible overhang. Only clean seasoned firewood, charcoal, or manufactured fire logs are acceptable fuels. Burning yard debris, leaves, treated wood, construction materials, painted lumber, plastics, or trash is strictly prohibited under Puget Sound Clean Air Agency rules. Fires must be constantly attended by a responsible adult with a working garden hose, fire extinguisher, or bucket of water and sand nearby for quick suppression. Fires must be completely extinguished before leaving unattended and cold to the touch before retiring for the night. During air quality burn bans issued by PSCAA (typically in summer during heat waves or winter stagnation events), all open wood burning is prohibited including recreational backyard fires. Natural gas and propane fire features remain legal during burn bans.
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