Outdoor burning rules in Lakewood, CO — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
Lakewood prohibits open burning within city limits. Burning trash, leaves, and yard debris is not permitted. Only contained recreational fires are allowed with restrictions.
Open burning is prohibited within Lakewood city limits under the fire prevention code. Burning household trash, leaves, construction debris, and yard waste is not permitted. Small contained recreational fires in approved fire pits may be allowed with proper setbacks. During fire bans issued by Jefferson County or the state, all outdoor fires including fire pits are prohibited. West Metro Fire Rescue enforces outdoor burning regulations.
Open burning violations result in fines and potential fire department response charges.
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