Fire pit rules in Mansfield, TX — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Mansfield allows recreational fire pits under 3 feet wide for cooking or warming when fuel is contained. Fires must be at least 25 feet from structures, attended at all times, and use clean wood only.
The City of Mansfield regulates recreational fires under the International Fire Code adopted by the Fire Department. Residential fire pits and chimineas are permitted for cooking, warmth, or ceremonial purposes when fuel is contained within an approved appliance or masonry pit. Open recreational fires may not exceed 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet in height, and must be located at least 25 feet from any structure, property line, or combustible material. Only clean seasoned wood or approved manufactured fire logs may be burned; yard waste, trash, construction debris, and treated wood are prohibited. A responsible adult must remain with the fire at all times, and a water source or fire extinguisher must be readily available. Fires are prohibited when wind speeds exceed 15 mph or during countywide burn bans issued by the Tarrant County Fire Marshal. Contact Mansfield Fire at (817) 276-4800 with questions.
Unattended fires, oversized fires, or fires during burn bans can result in citations and civil penalties. Fire Department personnel may order immediate extinguishment and may respond with apparatus if a fire is deemed unsafe. Repeat violations may lead to municipal court fines. Contact Mansfield Fire at (817) 276-4800.
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