Recreational backyard fires are permitted in McKeesport under Allegheny County Health Department rules with clean seasoned wood only. No trash, leaves, or yard waste allowed. Fire must be attended with extinguishing means nearby.
Recreational fires in McKeesport are governed by Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD) Article XXI (Air Pollution Control) and the Pennsylvania International Fire Code adopted under 34 Pa. Code §403.21. Fires must burn only clean, seasoned cordwood or manufactured fire logs; burning leaves, yard waste, trash, treated lumber, plastics, or painted wood is prohibited. Fire pits must be at least 15 feet from structures, fences, and overhanging vegetation (IFC 307.4.2 for recreational fires). Fires must not exceed 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet in height. An adult must attend the fire until fully extinguished, with a garden hose or fire extinguisher within reach. Allegheny County issues burn bans during air quality advisories; check ACHD before lighting. McKeesport Police and Fire Department respond to complaints.
ACHD air pollution violations range from $100 to $25,000 per day per Article XXI §2109. McKeesport code enforcement can cite open burning violations under city ordinance with fines typically $100-$500. Escaped fires trigger cost recovery for fire department response.
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