Burning shall be allowed without prior approval of the fire chief or his designee for the purpose of cooking food or providing heat under the following conditions:
(A) Flames shall be of minimal size for the intended purpose and fuel shall be chosen to minimize the generation and emissions of air contaminants. Fuel for burning shall be limited to kindling, commercially sold fire logs, seasoned firewood, charcoal and propane. A small amount of paper and/or commercially sold charcoal fire starter may be used to ignite the burn.
(B) All burning shall be contained in a commercially manufactured and approved grill, fireplace or rotisserie container. All outdoor burning shall be confined and limited to the backyard or rear areas of any property, and be located only behind any residence or building on said property. No fire shall be located less than ten feet (10') from the nearest portion of any structure, tree, vehicle or building, nor within ten feet (10') of any property line.
(C) Said commercially manufactured fire containers shall employ screens and/or a lid to enclose the fire contained therein.
(D) No container fire shall be permitted to emit offensive or objectionable smoke or odors.
(E) Containers shall be used strictly in adherence with all manufacturer's guidelines and specifications.
(F) All lids and screens shall be secured and shall not be removed until the fire is out or extinguished.
(G) Any fire shall be attended at all times by a person eighteen (18) years or older, and be so attended at all times when in use until the fire is out or extinguished.
(H) A water source or other provisions for extinguishing the fire shall be immediately accessible at all times until the fire is out or extinguished. (Ord. 2014-11, 9-9-2014)