Any and all outdoor burning done in the city shall be done in
compliance with the regulations of the state commission on environmental
quality (TCEQ) as set forth in Texas Administrative Code, title 30,
part 1, chapter 111, subchapter B. Except that the following exceptions
are permitted within the city limits:
(1)
Burning
in a portable device for purposes of cooking or heating, may be conducted
in a device designated for such purpose by the manufacturer, with
approved spark arresting screens or grates in place and shall not
be operated within (10) ten feet of a structure or combustible material.
Fuel shall be limited to propane, natural gas, seasoned wood and charcoal.
(2)
Permanent
outdoor fireplaces, grills or fire pits constructed of noncombustible
materials shall be located a minimum of (10) ten feet from a structure
or combustible materials and shall comply with the building code via
an approved building permit.
(Ordinance 1047-2014, sec. 1, adopted 10/28/14)
