City of Monmouth

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Recreational Fire

A recreational fire is defined by the International Fire Code as, “an outdoor fire burning materials other than rubbish where the fuel being burned is not contained in an incinerator, outdoor fireplace, barbecue grill or barbecue pit and has a total fuel area of 3 feet or less in diameter and 2 feet or less in height for pleasure, religious, ceremonial, cooking, warmth or similar purposes”. These outdoor fires commonly known as “wiener roasts” or “campfires” can be kindled without a permit or day or time restrictions.