Blaine, MN Fire Regulations: Fire Pit Rules (2026)

The City of Blaine permits recreational fires in residential areas without a fire department permit, provided the resident follows the city's recreational fire regulations. The fire must be contained in a manufactured freestanding fire pit or ring, or in a pit not exceeding three feet in diameter, and the flame may never exceed 36 inches in height. Setback is a key requirement: a standard fire ring or pit must be located at least 25 feet from any structure or combustible material such as houses, garages, sheds, wood piles, and wooden fences. A manufactured pit equipped with both a screen and a cover may be placed as close as 10 feet from those items. Only natural firewood cut into short lengths less than two feet may be burned; the fire may not be used to burn yard waste, leaves, lumber, pallets, scrap wood, cardboard, paper, or garbage. An adult must constantly attend and supervise the fire until it is completely extinguished, and a connected garden hose must be readily available. Fires are not allowed when wind speeds exceed 10 mph, and flammable or combustible liquid accelerants are prohibited. Recreational fires are not permitted on commercial, industrial, or construction sites. Fire officials may order immediate extinguishment of any non-compliant fire.