The use of outdoor wood-burning heating appliances — fire pits and terra cotta chimineas — is increasingly popular, especially during the early autumn months. The Baltimore County Fire Department encourages residents to know the rules about these devices and to take appropriate safety precautions.
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Chimineas, fire pits and outdoor metal heaters are specifically designed to burn seasoned wood, the same as any wood-burning stove. They are subject to the same fire code restrictions as charcoal grills:- They are not allowed on balconies or within 15 feet of multi-family buildings, including apartment buildings.
- They are allowed only on property occupied by one- and two-family dwellings, including townhouses.
- The devices cannot be used to burn trash.
For more information, contact the local Fire Marshal's Office, 410-887-4880. Revised April 30, 2009 |
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