Fire Prevention

Helpful Information

• Commercial outdoor fireplaces are permitted under the following conditions:
  • Not used within 20 feet of any structure, roadway, or alley.
  • Continually attended by a competent adult.
  • Must have an appropriate extinguishing agent nearby, such as a garden hose or a fire extinguisher [4-A rating].
  • Only clean, seasoned firewood may be used.
  • Outdoor fireplaces must be used as intended, with all screens in place, and secured to prevent being knocked over.
• Self-constructed fire pits may be approved if contained with ½” spark arrestor screen or mesh.  Only clean, seasoned firewood may be used.
• No open burning is permitted within 90 feet of any structure, roadway, or alley.
• No outdoor burning may last more than three hours.
• No fuel area shall be greater than 3’ in diameter, nor 2’ in height
• A permit must be obtained from the Athens Fire Department for any open burning beyond the 90 feet limit.