Fire pit rules in Chandler, AZ — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Chandler allows residential fire pits but wood-burning fires are prohibited on MCAQD-designated no-burn days. Gas and propane fire features are unrestricted. The 2021 International Fire Code applies with Chandler amendments.
Residential fire pits in Chandler are subject to Maricopa County Air Quality Department no-burn day restrictions under ARS §49-501. Wood-burning chimineas, fire pits, and similar outdoor fires are prohibited when the county issues a no-burn advisory, typically during winter inversions. Natural gas and propane fire features are permitted year-round. Chandler adopts the 2021 International Fire Code (Chapter 28) with local amendments governing open flame devices. Fire pits must maintain safe clearances from structures and combustible materials. Commercial fire features at restaurants and venues in Downtown Chandler and Chandler Fashion Center area require fire prevention permits. Chandler Fire Prevention can be reached at 480-782-2121.
No-burn day violation: civil penalty up to $10,000 per day. Commercial fire features without permits: subject to fire code enforcement and potential fines.
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