Outdoor burning rules in Anaheim, CA — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Anaheim requires recreational fire compliance with Anaheim Fire & Rescue guidelines. Chimineas and portable fire pits must be placed at least 15 feet from structures. No fires on Red Flag days or during Santa Ana winds. No permit needed for portable fire pits.
Anaheim Fire & Rescue permits recreational fires in chimineas and portable fire pits without a permit provided they comply with safety guidelines. Fire pits must be placed a minimum of 15 feet from any structure and combustible material. All recreational fires must be constantly attended and supervised until fully extinguished. Use of chimineas and fire pits is prohibited on Red Flag Warning days and during Santa Ana wind events. Open burning of yard waste, trash, or debris is prohibited by SCAQMD Rule 444 and state law. AMC Chapter 16.08 adopts the California Fire Code with local amendments governing fire safety. Anaheim Fire & Rescue conducts inspections and enforces fire safety codes. Outdoor cooking equipment (BBQ grills) on apartment balconies must comply with California Fire Code clearance requirements.
Fire during Red Flag Warning: citation and mandatory extinguishment. Unattended fire: fire department response and citation. Open burning of debris: SCAQMD violation.
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