Fire pit rules in Venice, FL — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Recreational fires in Venice are regulated under Venice Code Ch. 38 (Fire Prevention and Protection), which adopts the Florida Fire Prevention Code. NFPA 1 Section 10.11 limits recreational fires to 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet in height and requires a 25-foot setback from any structure or combustible material.
Chapter 38 of the Venice Code adopts the Florida Fire Prevention Code (NFPA 1) and the Florida Life Safety Code (NFPA 101) as the local fire code. Under NFPA 1 Sec. 10.11, recreational fires must be no larger than 3 ft x 2 ft, must be in an approved container or ring, must be at least 25 feet from any structure and combustible material, and must be constantly attended by a competent person with a fire extinguisher or garden hose. During an active Sarasota County or City burn ban, all open burning - including recreational fires - is prohibited.
Fire-code violations are punishable under Sec. 1-14 with fines up to $500 per day. Florida Forest Service can issue additional civil penalties during burn bans, and creating a fire hazard can also be charged as second-degree arson under Fla. Stat. 806.01 when reckless conduct is shown.
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