Fire pit rules in Tempe, AZ — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Tempe allows recreational fire pits under specific conditions. Pits must be contained in an approved vessel, use clean-burning fuels, and maintain clearance from structures and combustible materials. No-burn advisories must be observed.
Recreational fires in Tempe must be contained in a manufactured fire pit, chiminea, or masonry structure. Fires must use dry, seasoned wood or charcoal — no treated lumber, trash, or yard waste. The fire must be at least 15 feet from structures and combustible materials. A means of extinguishment must be readily available. Fires must not produce excessive smoke that constitutes a nuisance to neighbors.
Non-compliant fire pits may result in fire department response and orders to extinguish. Repeat violations or fires causing property damage may lead to fines. Burning during no-burn days violates Maricopa County regulations.
Tempe, AZ
Tempe regulates industrial noise through Chapter 20 (Noise) of the City Code and the Zoning and Development Code. Industrial uses must not generate noise exc...
Tempe, AZ
Tempe addresses barking dogs under both the noise ordinance (Chapter 20) and animal control regulations. Dogs that bark persistently and disturb neighbors ca...
Tempe, AZ
Tempe requires vehicles to park on approved hard surfaces such as concrete or asphalt driveways. Parking on dirt, gravel, or landscaped areas is prohibited. ...
Tempe, AZ
Tempe generally does not require a building permit for standard residential fences up to 6 feet in height. Fences exceeding 6 feet, masonry walls, and fences...
Tempe, AZ
Tempe's Zoning and Development Code regulates fence materials in residential zones. Common permitted materials include block, stucco, wrought iron, wood, vin...
Tempe, AZ
Tempe's zoning code limits residential fence heights to 6 feet in side and rear yards and 3 feet in front yards. Corner lots may have additional visibility t...
Side-by-side rule comparisons with other cities in Maricopa County.
See how other cities in Maricopa County handle fire pit rules.
See how Tempe's fire pit rules rules stack up against other locations.
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.