Lakewood allows recreational fire pits with conditions. California Fire Code requires 15-foot clearance, 3-foot max diameter. Gas pits have fewer restrictions.
Lakewood follows California Fire Code §307 for recreational fires. Approved fire pits must be 15+ feet from structures and combustible materials. Maximum 3-foot diameter for wood-burning pits. Fire must be attended with extinguishing means nearby. No burning of trash, treated wood, or yard waste. Gas/propane fire pits generally exempt from size restrictions. Red Flag Warning days may trigger additional restrictions. Check VHFHSZ status for your property.
Illegal burning: $100 to $1,000. Causing fire: criminal charges possible. CA PRC §4423: up to $1,000 + 6 months.
Lakewood, CA
California PRC §4291 requires 100-foot defensible space in fire hazard zones. Lakewood may impose additional clearance requirements.
Lakewood, CA
Outdoor burning of yard waste and debris is generally prohibited in Lakewood. Regional air quality district rules apply. Agricultural burns may require permits.
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