Fire pit rules in New Orleans, LA — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Recreational fires in New Orleans are regulated under Ch. 26 Fire Prevention and the Louisiana State Fire Marshal's adoption of the International Fire Code, requiring distance from structures, supervision, and immediate extinguishment when ordered.
Ch. 26 incorporates the IFC as adopted by the Louisiana State Fire Marshal. Recreational fires must use clean dry wood, stay under three feet in diameter, and remain at least twenty-five feet from any structure or combustible material. Portable outdoor fireplaces must keep fifteen feet clearance. An adult must supervise with a hose, extinguisher, or sand bucket. NOFD may order any fire extinguished if smoke threatens neighbors, air-quality alerts are active, or wind conditions raise risk in dense Vieux Carré or Bywater blocks.
NOFD officers can order immediate extinguishment, issue Ch. 26 citations, and refer repeat or unsafe fires for prosecution; fines and cost recovery for response can apply.
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