Nothing brings people together like a backyard fire. Whether you are cooking, warming up on a cool evening or celebrating with friends, recreational fires are allowed in Bloomington when done safely and responsibly.
City code is designed to protect people, property and neighboring homes. Fires must be small, with stacked firewood no larger than three feet in diameter and two feet high. They must be located at least 25 feet from structures and combustible materials such as fences, tall grass or trash containers.
Only clean, dry firewood or charcoal may be burned. Construction debris, treated wood, leaves and wet or rotten wood are not allowed. A responsible adult must watch the fire at all times and keep extinguishing tools such as a hose, shovel or fire extinguisher nearby.
Recreational fires are allowed between 7 a.m. and midnight when winds are below 10 miles per hour. As a courtesy, let neighbors know ahead of time and position fires so smoke does not drift into nearby homes.
