Arlington, TX Fire Regulations: Outdoor Burning (2026)
Outdoor burning rules in Arlington, TX, also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance, set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Key Facts
- Permit Fee
- $1,000 for authorized burns
- Wind Speed
- 5–16 mph required
- Humidity
- Above 35% required
- Ozone Days
- No burning allowed
- Gas/Propane Pits
- Generally exempt
Summary
Arlington bans most outdoor burning within city limits. Authorized burns require a $1,000 permit and Fire Prevention inspection. Wind speed must be 5–16 mph, relative humidity above 35%, and burning during daylight only. No burning on ozone alert days.
Outdoor Burning Rule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Special Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Fires for Disposal (111.209) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Firefighter Training (111.205) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Fires for Recreation, Ceremonies, Cooking, or Warmth (111.207) . . . . . . . 11 Prescribed Burns (111.211) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Full Breakdown
Open burning within Arlington city limits is heavily restricted under the Fire Prevention Chapter (Fire Code). Authorized burning requires a permit from the Fire Marshal's Office with a $1,000 fee and an on-site inspection by a Fire Prevention Inspector. Conditions for permitted burns include wind speed between 5 and 16 mph inclusive, local relative humidity greater than 35%, and all burning during daylight hours only. Burning is prohibited on Ozone Alert days and during Tarrant County burn bans issued by the Commissioners Court. Gas and propane fire pits for recreational use are generally exempt from burning restrictions. TCEQ 30 TAC §111.209 provides statewide outdoor burning rules. Arlington is within the DFW EPA ozone nonattainment area.
Violations & Fines
Illegal burning: $200–$2,000 fine. Violation during county burn ban: Class C misdemeanor, fine up to $500. Fire causing property damage: additional criminal liability.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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