Fire pit rules in New Braunfels, TX — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Backyard recreational fires are allowed in New Braunfels under the Fire Department's published conditions: the fire cannot exceed 36 inches in diameter or 24 inches in height, must stay at least 25 feet from a structure (15 feet for chimineas), must be constantly attended with a way to extinguish it, and may burn only dry natural material.
The New Braunfels Fire Department permits backyard recreational fires (campfires and fire pits) when several conditions are met, per its 'Guide for Recreational Fires.' The fire cannot exceed 36 inches in diameter and cannot exceed 24 inches in height. A recreational fire must be set not less than 25 feet from a structure if there is minimal containment; a portable outdoor fireplace (chiminea) must be not less than 15 feet from a structure. The fire must be constantly monitored, with the ability to extinguish it immediately (for example, a charged garden hose nearby). Only dry natural material may be burned - rubbish, leaves, construction waste, trash, furniture, and paper are prohibited. The fire must not become a nuisance to others; a legitimate complaint can shut it down. The department emphasizes that 'judgment is key' and that fires should only be used when weather conditions are safe for burning. These recreational-fire allowances are distinct from the city's broader prohibition on open burning of waste. Note that a recreational fire is generally NOT exempt from an active Comal County burn ban, so always check the current burn-ban status before lighting any outdoor fire.
A recreational fire that exceeds the size limits, is too close to a structure, burns prohibited materials, is left unattended, or becomes a nuisance can be ordered extinguished and may result in enforcement action by the Fire Marshal or Code Compliance. During an active burn ban, recreational fires may be barred entirely.
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