Are Fire Pits Legal in Seattle, Washington?

Does the state of Washington allow firepits?

Certification from The American National Standards Institute, (or ANSI certification) is required for all firepits within the US. This applies to fire features on public and private property, residentially and commercially It is also important to note if a firepit has CSA certification, as it indicates a product has been tested and certified by a reputable organisation. At Solus, it is extremely important to us that our products not only look beautiful, but are also safe. Therefore, all of our firepits are certified to ANSI, CSA, CE & UKCA standards, meeting NA, UK & EU regulations.

Does Seattle require a permit for firepits?

Yes! Solus firepits are permitted on private land as ANSI approved portable firepits do not require permits in Seattle.

If you are putting your firepit on a residential property, you do not need a permit to use it unless it exceeds 2ft in height and 3ft in width. However, if it does exceed 2ft x 3ft, you may need a permit from both the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency, and the Seattle Fire Department. Some permit requirements may also change based on the type of fuel connection you are using,  Solus firepits are available as both portable and fixed fuel connection.

The fire must be contained in an approved (ANSI) outdoor cooking appliance, or outdoor fireplace. All of the Solus firepits meet the ANSI guidelines; therefore, the Solus firepit will make a great addition to any outdoor living space! They are manufactured just north of Seattle, in Vancouver, BC! Furthermore, the Solus firepits are available for shipping worldwide, so check out our other blog posts to determine the fire regulations in your city .

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• To see our products, please visit our main product page.
• To speak to a sales representative you can contact us via inquiries on our home page (here), or call our North America Toll Free line: 1-877-255-3146
• For all other inquiries, please visit our Solus Decor website.

Solus Certifications

• Solus is certified by LabTest in Richmond, BC to ensure all Solus product meets Canadian (CSA) and American (ANSI) standards
• Certification of Conformity – ANSI & CSA Standards

Resources

• City of Seattle Rules and Regulations: City of Seattle
• Permits and Fire Codes: CAM 5022
• Seattle General Safety Requirements: Fire Code
• Seattle Fire Department: Contact Us

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