Recreational Fires

Fire Pit

Recreational Fire = 3 x 2 feet

Fire Pits (Campfires), Portable Fire Pits, Chiminea, and Tiki Torches

Fire pits (campfires or bonfires), portable fire pits, chimineas and TiKi Torches are allowed at single family dwellings or duplexes in Overland Park without a permit (these are strictly prohibited at multi-family dwellings).

The following guidelines shall be adhered to:

  1. No person shall burn, or cause, or permit the burning of vegetation, leaves, wastes, or other combustible materials except specifically permitted by Section 16.120.307.2, Overland Park Municipal Code. Burning operations shall meet the minimum requirements of the local fire department and the regulations of the State of Kansas.
  2. A recreational fire shall not be more than 3 feet in diameter by 2 feet high in dimension. The minimum required distance for a recreational fire shall be 25 feet from any combustible material (i.e., house, fencing, decks, sheds, trees, tall grass, etc.).
  3. Burning shall not be conducted when wind speed exceeds 15 mph.
  4. Fuel for a recreational fire shall consist only of seasoned dry firewood (dried at least six months) to minimize the generation of air contaminants. The fire shall not be used for waste disposal purposes.
  5. Any recreational burning shall be constantly attended until the fire is extinguished. Fire extinguishing equipment shall be available for immediate use.
  6. The fire department shall prohibit burning which will be offensive or objectionable due to smoke or odor emission when atmospheric conditions or local circumstances make such fires hazardous.
  7. The fire department shall order the extinguishment of recreational burning which creates or adds to a hazardous or objectionable situation. (Remember that smoke can be offensive to our senior citizens, small children and to those with allergies or asthma. If your fire is bothering a neighbor, the fire department can be called out to check to see if your smoke is offensive and can ask that you put out your fire.)

Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits and Kitchens

Large stationary fireplaces, fire pits and kitchens are allowed in Overland Park and do not require a permit from the fire department.

Gasoline Supplied Fires

Please check with the Plans Examiner of the Day (PEOD) 913-895-6225 or email to determine if you need a permit for the design of your structure or to bury a gas supply line.

Questions:  913-888-6066