Open burning is allowed in the City of South Euclid in residential settings without permit with the following provisions:
(a) Location, The location for open burning shall not be less than fifty feet from any structure, unless it is covered in division (b) of this section as an exception.
(b) Exceptions:
(1) In an approved container such as a chiminea or a free standing fire pit. Said container must be approved and cannot be located on any combustible surface like a deck or wooden platform or under a combustible overhang. The approved container must be at least fifteen feet from any combustible structure or combustible materials. (OFC 307.4; exception 1)
(2) Open flame cooking devices such as charcoal burners and other open flame cooking devices are allowed. These devices shall not be operated on balconies or within ten feet of combustible structure. (OFC 308.1.4)
(3) Materials that are allowed to be burned in approved containers or in a recreational fire pit are clean, dry, seasoned hardwoods. The burning of yard waste, household garbage; and construction materials are prohibited.
(4) Recreational fire pits shall be permitted as long as they are located at least twenty-five feet away from any and all combustible structure or combustible materials. Recreational fire pits must not exceed three feet in diameter and no more than two feet in height. Recreational fires shall be constantly attended until the fire is extinguished. A minimum of one portable fire extinguisher having a minimum size of 4 A rating or other approved on site fire extinguishing equipment, such as dirt, sand, water barrel, or garden hose, shall be available for immediate utilization. (307.4.2)
(5) Fire pits. Recreational fires conducted in gas-fired recreational pits shall not be conducted within fifteen feet of a structure or combustible materials. (OFC 307.4.2.1)
(6) Portable outdoor fireplaces. Portable outdoor fireplaces shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and shall not be operated within fifteen feet of a structure or combustible material. (OFC 307.4.3)
(Ord. 30-18. Passed 2-11-19.)