Fire pit rules in Little Elm, TX — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Little Elm regulates fire pits under the 2018 International Fire Code adopted with local amendments in Sec. 50-108. Portable outdoor fireplaces are allowed at one- and two-family dwellings on non-combustible surfaces like concrete pads or maintained lawns. Permanent fire pits must maintain a minimum 10-foot clearance from any structure or combustible material. Recreational fires must be constantly attended.
Little Elm has adopted the 2018 International Fire Code with local amendments under Ordinance 1494, codified in Sec. 50-108. Portable outdoor fireplaces are permitted at one- and two-family dwellings when placed on a non-combustible or limited combustible surface such as a concrete pad or maintained lawn. Permanent outdoor fire pit installations for recreational fires must maintain a minimum clearance of not less than 10 feet from any structure or combustible material, with an exception for structures built to International Building Code standards. All recreational fires must be constantly attended until fully extinguished. During Denton County fire emergencies or burn bans, all combustible material use becomes prohibited, and outdoor cooking is restricted to devices with complete and full enclosure utilized at all times. Little Elm requires a burn permit for any outdoor burning, obtained through the Fire Marshal's Office at a cost of $25 annually via the MyGov Permitting Portal. The Fire Marshal's Office can be reached at fmo@littleelm.gov or (214) 975-0417. Burning is only permitted on designated burn days per the Denton County Fire Marshal's Office.
Fire code violations enforced by Little Elm Fire Marshal. Fines up to $500 per offense. Burn ban violations subject to enhanced penalties.
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