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Rules for Outdoor and Opening Burning

The violation of any of the following regulations shall result in the immediate extinguishment of the fire and may result in citations being issued.

No Campfires

Campfires

Campfires are only permitted in approved campgrounds. The City of Oshkosh does not have any approved campgrounds.

Outdoor Fireplaces

Outdoor fireplaces are allowed. Home-made appliances will NOT be allowed. Only commercially made fireplaces shall be used. These fireplaces shall be used in accordance with all manufacturers' instructions, to include the following requirements:

  1. The outdoor fireplace shall be an assembly that includes a bowl for holding the wood, a screen to contain embers and sparks, a cover, and supports to ensure clearances to combustibles. The outdoor fireplace shall have a set of users’ instructions.
  2. Only dry wood is to be burned — NO YARD WASTE
  3. The fireplace cannot be used within 15 feet from all buildings, combustibles, or lot lines.
  4. The fireplace cannot be used within 15 feet of a wood deck, porch or patio.
  5. A method of fire extinguishment shall be readily available, such as a garden hose or a fire extinguisher with at least a 4A rating.
  6. All spark screens and covers are to be in place.
  7. The fireplace shall be supervised at all times by a responsible adult.
  8. The fire shall be completely extinguished prior to leaving the fireplace unsupervised.
Outdoor fireplace

PLEASE REMEMBER TO DISPOSE OF YOUR ASHES PROPERLY