Fire pit rules in Gresham, OR — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Gresham allows recreational fires in approved fire pits with size and setback restrictions. Fires must be attended at all times and may be banned during air quality advisories.
Recreational fires are allowed in Gresham in approved fire pits that meet safety standards. Fire pits must maintain adequate clearance from structures and property lines (typically 15 feet from structures). Fires must be attended at all times and fully extinguished when unattended. Only clean, dry firewood is permitted—no trash, treated lumber, or yard waste. The fire department may impose burn bans during dry conditions or air quality alerts.
Unattended fires or violations of burn bans result in fines and potential fire department response cost recovery.
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