Recreational backyard campfires need no burn permit but must be 3 feet or less in diameter, at least 25 feet from any structure, with 10 feet of vegetation-free clearance, attended at all times, and burn only clean wood and dry yard debris.
Kootenai County Fire & Rescue treats backyard campfires as recreation fires: 'Recreational and Cooking Fires are permitted during night time hours' and require no permit. The pit must be no larger than 3 feet across, sit 25 feet from any structure, and keep a 10-foot radius clear of grass, weeds and overhanging limbs. Only untreated wood products, cardboard, paper, leaves, dry pine needles and branches may be burned. 'All fires must be attended at all times and put out prior to leaving. This means cold to the touch.' During statewide fire restrictions, even campfires can be temporarily banned, so check current restrictions.
Leaving a fire unattended or burning prohibited materials can bring fire-district enforcement and liability for any escaped-fire suppression costs.
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