Fire pit rules in Tulsa County, OK — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Fire pits and recreational fires are generally permitted in unincorporated Tulsa County as they are exempt from the burning variance requirement. Standard safety practices apply: keep fires contained, maintain clearance from structures, use noncombustible materials, and never leave fires unattended. During burn bans, fire pits may be restricted.
Tulsa County allows recreational fires in approved containers with conditions. Minimum 15-foot clearance from structures required. Fire must be attended with extinguishing means nearby. No burning of trash, construction debris, or treated wood. County burn bans enacted by county commissioners are very common during Oklahoma’s dry, windy seasons. Gas/propane fire pits generally exempt from burn bans. ODEQ regulates open burning at the state level.
Burn ban violation: misdemeanor $100 to $500. Fire causing damage: criminal charges possible. Unattended fire: citation.
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