Fire pit rules in Carmichael, CA — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Manufactured residential fire pits (gas or contained wood) are allowed in Carmichael under California Fire Code §307.4.2 if kept at least 25 feet from structures, never left unattended, and used only with seasoned dry firewood. SMAQMD 'Check Before You Burn' restrictions apply November-February.
California Fire Code §307.4.2 (adopted by Sacramento County under Title 16) allows portable outdoor fireplaces if (1) the burning material is clean, dry, seasoned wood or commercial fuel; (2) the fire pit is at least 25 feet from any structure or combustible material (15 feet for gas-fueled units in approved enclosures); (3) the fire is constantly attended by an adult with a fire-extinguisher, garden hose, or shovel/dirt nearby; and (4) the fire is not used to burn trash, leaves, or yard waste. During the November 1 - February 28 Check Before You Burn season, SMAQMD issues no-burn advisories on high-PM days that prohibit residential wood burning (gas pits are still allowed).
California Fire Code violations are misdemeanors under H&SC §13871 - up to $1,000 and six months jail. SMAQMD 'No Burn' violations: warning first, then $50 (1st), $100 (2nd), $200+ (3rd+) per California H&SC §41700 enforcement provisions.
Other ordinances people look up for this city. Green dot = verified primary-source excerpt.
Carmichael, CA
Retaining walls in Carmichael require a Sacramento County Building Permit under SCC §16.04 when they retain more than 4 feet of soil measured from the bottom...
Carmichael, CA
Sacramento County Code prohibits feeding wildlife - including coyotes, deer, raccoons, and waterfowl - in residential areas. Feeding ferals and free-roaming ...
Carmichael, CA
Sacramento County allows backyard beekeeping in Carmichael on lots of at least 5,000 square feet - 2 hives on lots under 10,000 sqft, 4 hives on 10,000-20,00...
Carmichael, CA
Sacramento County Zoning Code §3.9.3.G allows backyard chickens, ducks, and geese on Carmichael residential lots of at least 10,000 square feet. Roosters req...
Carmichael, CA
Sacramento County Code Title 8 (Animals) requires dogs off the owner's property to be restrained by a leash not exceeding 8 feet. Within Sacramento County Re...
Carmichael, CA
Sacramento County Code Ch. 17.12 (Weed Control) and §16.18.401 require Carmichael property owners to keep weeds, brush, and rank vegetation cut to specified ...
Side-by-side rule comparisons with other cities in Sacramento County.
See how other cities in Sacramento County handle fire pit rules.
See how Carmichael's fire pit rules rules stack up against other locations.
Quick Compare
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.