Residential fire pits in Concord must use gas or manufactured logs due to BAAQMD wood-burning restrictions. Portable fire pits must be placed at least 25 feet from structures and cannot be used on Spare the Air days.
Concord follows California Fire Code §307 for recreational fires. Approved fire pits must be 15+ feet from structures and combustible materials. Maximum 3-foot diameter for wood-burning pits. Fire must be attended with extinguishing means nearby. No burning of trash, treated wood, or yard waste. Gas/propane fire pits generally exempt from size restrictions. Red Flag Warning days may trigger additional restrictions. Check VHFHSZ status for your property.
Illegal burning: $100 to $1,000. Causing fire: criminal charges possible. CA PRC §4423: up to $1,000 + 6 months.
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