Fire pit rules in Multnomah County, OR — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Recreational fire pits in unincorporated Multnomah County are subject to Oregon Fire Code and Multnomah Fire Defense Board burn ban authority. Fires must be attended, comply with distance requirements, and are prohibited during declared burn bans. Burn line: 503-618-3083.
Oregon Fire Code (OFC, Oregon's adopted version of the International Fire Code) applies to all recreational fires in unincorporated Multnomah County. Recreational fires: minimum 25 feet from structures or combustible material; fires in approved containers (chimeneas) require 15 feet. Fire must be constantly attended; minimum 4-A rated extinguisher or equivalent required. No burning debris or garbage — hardwood/fireplace logs only for recreational fires. During declared county burn bans (issued by Multnomah Fire Defense Board), all recreational fires are prohibited. Always check burn line: 503-618-3083.
Citation for non-compliant fire; liability for suppression costs during declared burn bans.
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