Fire pit rules in Reno, NV — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Reno permits gas and propane fire pits year-round under Reno Municipal Code Title 14. Wood-burning fire pits are restricted during Red Flag warnings and Stage 2+ fire restrictions issued by Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District (TMFPD).
Gas or propane fire features with shutoff valves are considered exempt devices and may be used on patios and decks with 10 feet of clearance from structures and combustibles. Wood-burning recreational fires must be contained in a noncombustible pit no larger than 3 feet in diameter, kept 25 feet from structures, attended at all times, and extinguished before leaving. TMFPD and the NV State Forester issue Red Flag warnings during high wind and low humidity that suspend all open-flame use. Washoe County air quality codes also apply on high-pollution advisory days.
Illegal wood fires during restrictions: citation up to 1000 dollars plus full cost recovery if TMFPD response is required. Escaped fire: civil liability for suppression costs.
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