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Seasonal Regulations
RECREATIONAL FIRES
4-6-1: OPEN BURNING
A: All recreational fires must be operated in compliance with the requirements of this subsection.
- Recreational fires must be located at least fifteen (15') away from any combustible structure and at least ten feet (10') from any property line, unless a different location is approved by the fire chief.
- Fires must be contained in a fire pit or enclosure that is constructed from brick, masonry, metal, or other noncombustible material.
- Fires must be no more than three feet (3') in diameter. Flame height must not exceed three feet (3').
- No trash, leaves stumps, treated, painted, varnished, or otherwise coated lumber may be burned.
- An adult must be in attendance and a charged water hose or fire extinguisher must be readily available at all times.
- Recreational fires are not permitted when area winds exceed fifteen (15) miles per hour or when the fire chief has issued a no fire order.
- Fires must be extinguished to the point of cold before being left unattended.
B: The fire chief may order any recreational fire to be immediately extinguished if the fire poses a nuisance to surrounding residences. A nuisance is deemed to exist if the fire generates embers that pose a property hazard to property or generates smoke or odors that unreasonably interfere with the use or enjoyment of neighboring properties. *To view the full Recreational Fire regulations in the City of Cottage Grove, please go to our City Code on-line and search for "Chapter 6 - Fire Prevention."
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