Fire pit rules in Palm Bay, FL — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Palm Bay allows recreational fire pits with a 15-foot setback from structures. Only clean wood fuel is permitted. Fire pits must be attended at all times. Burn bans frequently issued during dry winter months override recreational fire pit use.
Palm Bay allows recreational fires in portable or permanent fire pits under specific conditions. Pits must be at least 25 feet from any structure, fence, or combustible material, have a maximum diameter of 3 feet, and burn only clean, dry firewood — no trash, treated lumber, or yard waste. An adult must attend the fire at all times with an extinguishing method nearby. During winter/spring, the fire department may declare burn bans that prohibit all outdoor fires. The tropical/subtropical climate of Southeast influences the frequency and duration of fire restrictions.
Violations of fire pit rules carry fines of $100–$500. Fires during a declared burn ban are misdemeanors with fines up to $1,000 and potential criminal liability for any resulting damage.
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