Fires set for recreational, ceremonial, food preparation, or social purposes are permitted provided the following conditions are adhered to:
(A) Only dry raw wood, or wood products such as sticks. No painted or treated wood or other lightweight vegetation such as leaves shall be burned in a recreational fire;
(B) Fire must be contained within a three feet diameter fire pit area;
(C) Fire must not be left unattended; and
(D) Fire pits must be located in rear yard only, at least 25 feet from any structure or property line. Portable fire pits with covers are allowed for use in front yards on driveways only and may not be within 25 feet of any structure in the front yard. All fires must be completely extinguished with water before leaving them unattended. Portable fire pits with covers shall not be stored on the driveway or front yard when not in use. The wind should also be considered before lighting any fire; and
(E) Commercial fire pits must comply with all of the residential rules with the addition of:
(1) Must be 15 feet from the property line and building and any combustible exterior facade or awning.
(2) No overhead covering above fire.
(3) Wood storage must be locked and only accessible by staff.
(Prior Code, § 5-4-7) (Ord. 252, passed 6-13-1994; Ord. 373, passed 4-22-2002; Ord. 773, passed 3-28- 2022)