Fire pit rules in Orange County, FL — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Orange County allows recreational fire pits under 3 feet in diameter with contained fuel. Orange County Fire Rescue enforces clearance requirements from structures and combustibles, and burn bans apply during drought conditions.
Residential recreational fires in Orange County must be in a contained device such as a chiminea, approved fire pit, or ring under 3 feet across. Fires must be at least 25 feet from any structure, fence, or combustible material per NFPA 1 Fire Code adopted countywide. Only clean seasoned wood is permitted as fuel; burning yard debris, trash, or construction material requires a separate outdoor burning authorization. Fires must be attended at all times and fully extinguished before leaving. Orange County Fire Rescue may order fires extinguished during high fire danger or when smoke creates nuisance complaints. HOAs in master-planned communities such as Lake Nona, Horizon West, and Avalon Park often impose stricter or total bans on open flames.
First complaint typically results in extinguishment order. Unattended fires or fires during burn bans: up to $500 code enforcement fine. Fires causing damage may result in full cost recovery plus criminal mischief charges.
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