Fire pit rules in Anza, CA — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Fire pits permitted under CFC §307.4 with 15-foot clearance. Gas/propane preferred. Wood burning restricted during air district no-burn days (SCAQMD or MDAQMD depending on location).
Per CFC §307.4, recreational fires must maintain 15-foot clearance from structures. Fire pits limited to 3 feet diameter, 2 feet height. Gas/propane fire pits generally unrestricted with functional shutoff. Wood burning restricted during no-burn days — check SCAQMD (western county) or MDAQMD (eastern county). Permanently installed features may need building permits. Rural properties should maintain larger clearances given wildfire risk. Fires must not be left unattended.
Fire safety violations: CAL FIRE/RC Fire citation. No-burn day wood burning: air district fines. Unattended fire: immediate citation.
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