Fire pit rules in Converse, TX — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Converse allows recreational fire pits on private residential property provided flames stay small, contained, and attended. Portable devices must sit on noncombustible surfaces and maintain clearance from structures.
Converse follows the 2021 International Fire Code adopted by the city along with Bexar County fire safety practices. Residential recreational fires should be contained in a manufactured fire pit, chiminea, or masonry ring with flames generally kept under 3 feet in height and fuel piles under 3 feet in diameter. Maintain at least 25 feet of clearance from any structure, fence, or combustible material, and keep a garden hose or extinguisher within reach. Only clean, dry seasoned firewood should be burned, never trash, leaves, construction debris, or treated lumber. Fires must be actively supervised by an adult until fully extinguished. During elevated fire weather or any Bexar County burn ban, even small recreational fires may be prohibited. Call Converse Fire Department at (210) 658-5356 for current conditions.
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