Fire pit rules in Garden Grove, CA — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Garden Grove follows the California Fire Code as amended locally. Wood-burning fire pits must be at least 25 feet from combustible structures. Gas-fueled fire pits are permitted with Building Department approval. Portable fire pits at single-family homes must be 3 feet from combustible construction.
Under Garden Grove's adopted fire code amendments, burning wood or solid fuel in an outdoor device is prohibited within 25 feet of combustible structures unless in an approved permanent fireplace. Conditions that could cause fire to spread within 25 feet of a structure or vegetation must be eliminated before ignition. Portable fireplaces and fire rings equipped with spark arrestors are permitted at single-family residences (R-3 occupancies) with a minimum 3-foot clearance from combustible construction. Outdoor fire pits and devices fueled by natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas are allowed when approved by the Building Department, provided they are designed to burn gas only and not wood or solid fuel. The Orange County Fire Authority provides fire services for Garden Grove.
Fire code violations are enforced by the Orange County Fire Authority. Violations may result in administrative fines and orders to cease use. Serious violations creating fire hazards may result in criminal charges under California Health and Safety Code.
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