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Verify locally. This page reflects publicly available information as of May 2025. Always confirm with your local building department and fire marshal before building or operating any fire feature.
25 ft
Open fire setback
Required
Masonry permits
N/A
Curtailment season
None
Air quality authority

Overview

Dallas enforces fire feature rules through the Dallas Fire-Rescue Department's fire prevention division and the Development Services Department for building permits. No air quality curtailment program affects residential wood burning in Dallas. Tarrant County (Fort Worth metro) and Collin County (Plano/McKinney) have similar rule structures to Dallas.

Building Permits in Dallas

Dallas Development Services. Apply at dallascityhall.com/departments/sustainabledevelopment or call 214-948-4480. Permanent masonry fire features require building permits. Portable features do not. Gas work requires a plumbing permit.

Dallas Fire Code

Dallas Fire-Rescue enforces the Dallas Fire Code (based on IFC). Standard 25-foot setback for open recreational fires applies. During drought or elevated fire danger conditions, Dallas may issue additional outdoor-burning restrictions. Monitor for Dallas County burn bans during extended dry periods.

HOA Environment

Dallas and its suburbs (Frisco, Plano, Allen, Southlake, Flower Mound) have significant HOA density in master-planned developments. Many suburban HOAs require written approval for fire feature installations. Always check your CC&Rs before purchasing or building any fire feature in a governed community.

Department Contacts

DepartmentContactPurpose
Dallas Development Servicesdallascityhall.com/dsd / 214-948-4480Building permits
Dallas Fire Preventiondallascityhall.com/fireFire code, burning
Dallas County (burn bans)dallascounty.orgCounty drought/burn ban status
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Disclaimer: This page is for general informational purposes only. Rules vary by jurisdiction and change over time. Always verify requirements with your local building department and relevant authorities. This is not legal advice.