Outdoor burning rules in Orange, 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.
Open burning is prohibited within the City of Orange under the California Fire Code and South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 444. Gas-fueled fire features approved by the Building Division are allowed. Wood-burning fires are restricted.
The City of Orange prohibits open burning of vegetation, trash, or other materials under the California Fire Code and SCAQMD Rule 444. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, and similar devices fueled by natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas are permitted when approved by the Building Division and designed to burn only gas — not wood or other solid fuel. Wood burning in a device is not allowed within 15 feet of combustible structures unless within a permanent or portable fireplace that meets fire code requirements. Conditions that could cause fire spread within 25 feet of a structure or to vegetation must be eliminated before ignition. Recreational campfires are not permitted in residential areas. SCAQMD may issue mandatory no-burn days during poor air quality periods.
Illegal outdoor burning may result in citations from the fire department and SCAQMD. Fines range from $100 to $1,000 per violation. Starting a fire that spreads may result in criminal charges.
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