Fire pit rules in Dallas County, TX — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Dallas County Fire Code applies only to commercial/public/4+ unit buildings — NOT single-family homes (TX LGC Ch. 233). Recreational fires in contained fire pits on residential property are largely unregulated. TCEQ outdoor burning rules may apply depending on fire size.
Fire pits on single-family residential property in unincorporated Dallas County are largely unregulated. The Dallas County Fire Code applies only to commercial, public, and 4+ unit multifamily buildings per Texas Local Government Code Chapter 233, which limits county fire code authority to these building types. Recreational fires in contained fire pits on residential property are not subject to the county fire code. However, TCEQ outdoor burning rules (30 TAC Chapter 111) may apply if the fire constitutes outdoor burning rather than a contained recreational fire. During county burn bans, all outdoor fires may be restricted. Common-sense safety applies.
Fire code does not apply to SF residential. TCEQ rules if classified as outdoor burning. Burn ban restrictions.
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