Fire pit rules in Minneapolis, MN — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Minneapolis allows residential recreational fires in fire pits 3 feet in diameter or smaller, burning clean dry wood, 25 feet from structures, under Chapter 509 of the fire code.
Minneapolis Code Chapter 509 (Fire Code) and MFD rules allow recreational fires at one- and two-family dwellings when the fire is contained in a pit, ring, or manufactured fire pit no more than 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet high. The fire must be at least 25 feet from any structure, deck, fence, or combustible material and may burn only clean dry firewood or charcoal. Burning leaves, yard waste, trash, pallets with nails, or treated wood is prohibited year round. A responsible adult must attend the fire, with a hose or extinguisher ready. Fires must be fully extinguished before the attendant leaves. The fire marshal can order extinguishment during high-wind or air-quality alert days. Apartment balconies are not allowed fire pits.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Minneapolis code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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