Fire pit rules in Springfield, IL — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Springfield treats backyard fire pits as recreational fires under Chapter 94 of the city code (which adopts the International Fire Code). The Fire Safety Division requires fire pits to be located 25 feet from any structure or combustible materials (15 feet for portable outdoor fireplaces), capped at a 3-foot diameter and 2-foot height, burning only dry wood or charcoal.
Springfield's Fire Safety Division classifies fire pits as 'recreational fires' regulated under city ordinance Chapter 94 and the adopted International Fire Code. A fire pit must sit at least 25 feet from a structure or combustible materials; a portable outdoor fireplace must sit at least 15 feet away (single-family and duplex residential properties are exempt from the setback distances, which apply to commercial properties). Every recreational fire must use only dry wood or charcoal fuel, be kept to a manageable size of 3-foot diameter or less and 2-foot height or less, have extinguishing capability (garden hose or fire extinguisher) readily available, and be constantly attended until completely extinguished. Burning is allowed only between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m., is prohibited during winds in excess of 20 mph and during times of high fire danger, and must not create an imminent health hazard to persons in the area. Burning of yard waste, garbage, and construction materials is prohibited.
Recreational fires that violate the size, fuel, setback, attendance, or hours conditions are subject to abatement and citation by the Springfield Fire Safety Division under Chapter 94 and the adopted International Fire Code; the fire department may order the fire extinguished.
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