Garland prohibits open burning of yard waste and trash but allows small recreational fires in approved containers, subject to TCEQ outdoor burning rules and Garland Fire Code requirements.
Open burning of leaves, brush, household trash, or construction debris is prohibited within Garland under the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) outdoor burning rule (30 TAC Chapter 111) because Dallas County is a non-attainment area for ozone. Garland allows recreational fires in approved fire pits or chimineas, provided the fire is no larger than 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet in height, located at least 25 feet from any structure or combustible material, attended by a responsible adult at all times, and extinguished with water or sand before the user leaves. Only clean, dry firewood may be burned; never trash, leaves, treated lumber, or yard waste. Portable outdoor cooking grills (charcoal, propane, wood pellet) are exempt from the 25-foot setback but must follow IFC restrictions for multi-family buildings. The Fire Marshal may issue burn bans during drought conditions; check the city website before lighting any outdoor fire. Smoke that creates a nuisance for neighbors can be cited under the property maintenance code.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Garland code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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