§ 8.44.060. Exceptions.

Outdoor burning may be authorized under the following exceptions and where applicable, pursuant to a permit issued by the city:

A.

Fire Training. Outdoor burning shall be authorized for training firefighting personnel. Facilities dedicated solely for fire-fighting training shall provide an annual written notification of intent to the fire marshal and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ("TCEQ"), and shall provide each with telephone or electronic facsimile notice at least 24 hours in advance of any scheduled training session. No more than one such notification is required for multiple training sessions scheduled within any one-week period, provided the initial notice includes the specific dates and times of all sessions.

B.

Outdoor Fires For Food Preparation. Outdoor fires are allowed for cooking, provided such fires is built and maintained in a pit that fully contains the fire, or a fireproof container such fireproof material in such a manner as to prevent any fire from escaping. Outdoor fires for food preparation do not require a burn permission. This exception does not permit or authorize the burning of waste or other matters not being prepared for consumption.

C.

Fire Used For Recreation. Outdoor burning used solely for recreational purposes shall be allowed, subject to the following: Fires shall not be conducted within 25 feet (7,620 mm) of a structure or combustible material unless the fire is contained in a barbeque pits, chimineas, and fire pits. Conditions which could cause a fire to spread within 25 feet (7,620 mm) of a structure shall be eliminated prior to ignition. Recreational fires shall be constantly attended until the fire is extinguished. A minimum of one portable fire extinguisher with a minimum 4-A rating or other approved on site fire-extinguishing equipment, such as dirt, sand, water barrel, garden hose or water truck, shall be available for immediate utilization.

(Ord. No. 2009-14, § 2, 7-14-2009)