Backyard fires in West Valley City are limited to approved enclosed fire pits burning clean wood or propane. Open burning prohibited year-round. No burning on Utah DAQ red or yellow air action days. Violations: $150-$1,000 plus fire response costs.
West Valley City Fire Department enforces Utah Administrative Code R307-202 (open burning) and the International Fire Code as adopted by WVC. Residential open burning of yard waste, leaves, or trash is prohibited year-round within city limits. Recreational fires are permitted only in approved enclosed devices (manufactured fire pits, chimineas, or masonry pits) burning clean, seasoned wood or propane. Fuel pile limit: 3 ft diameter x 2 ft height. Setback: 25 ft from any structure (15 ft for portable outdoor fireplaces). Fires must be attended at all times with a water source or extinguisher on hand. Utah Division of Air Quality declares 'no-burn' (mandatory action) days November 1 - March 1 during Wasatch Front inversions; solid-fuel recreational fires are banned on red and yellow air action days. Check air.utah.gov daily. State Fire Marshal can impose additional restrictions during fire season (June-October).
First offense: $150 fine plus full cost of fire response. Subsequent offenses: $500-$1,000. Fires causing damage: criminal arson/reckless burning charges (Utah Code §76-6-104, third-degree felony possible).
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