Fire pit rules in Spanish Fork, UT — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Recreational fire pits are allowed in Spanish Fork under International Fire Code standards. Below-ground pits must be at least 4 inches deep, surrounded by non-combustible material, no more than 3 feet in diameter, and the fire pile no taller than 2 feet.
Spanish Fork Fire Department permits recreational fires in fire pits under IFC standards. Below-ground fire pits must be at least 4 inches in depth and surrounded on the outside above ground by non-combustible material (steel, brick, or masonry). Pits cannot exceed 3 feet in diameter; fire piles cannot exceed 2 feet in height. Only natural firewood or commercial logs may be burned — no trash, treated wood, or accelerants. Portable outdoor fireplaces must not be operated within 15 feet of any structure or combustible material (IFC 307.4.3). If smoke becomes a nuisance to neighbors, the fire department may require extinguishment.
Burn restriction violation: Class B misdemeanor up to $1,000. Fire causing damage: criminal charges possible.
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