Fire pit rules in Temple Terrace, FL — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Temple Terrace allows residential fire pits as recreational fires when kept under 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet tall, burning only clean seasoned firewood. Pits must sit at least 25 feet from structures, fences, and property lines, with a responsible adult and extinguishing means present at all times.
Temple Terrace Fire Department enforces Florida Fire Prevention Code (NFPA 1 Chapter 10.11) which governs open flame and recreational fires. Portable outdoor fireplaces and chimineas are treated the same as fire pits. Only clean dry firewood is permitted; burning leaves, yard debris, construction waste, trash, or treated lumber is prohibited. Hillsborough County air quality rules apply citywide. Fires must be fully extinguished before leaving unattended and may be ordered extinguished by fire officials if smoke creates a nuisance.
Nuisance smoke complaints result in immediate extinguish orders. Code violations issued through Temple Terrace Code Enforcement can reach $250 per day.
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