Beachside Fire Permits: Your Guide to Safe and Fun Beachside Fires

Panama City Beach is proud to offer a unique coastal experience with beachside fires on the “World’s Most Beautiful Beaches.” To ensure the safety of our community and the preservation of our environment, bonfires are only permitted through city-approved vendors.

Bonfire Regulations
• Permitted Vendors Only: Only vendors approved by the City of Panama City Beach are authorized to conduct bonfire on the beach. Unauthorized bonfires are strictly prohibited.
• Safety First: Vendors follow strict safety protocols, including fire containment, safe extinguishment practices, and adhere to local fire codes.
• Environmental Protection: Approved vendors ensure that bonfires do not harm marine life, wildlife habitats, or the surrounding beach environment.

Why Use Approved Vendors?
• Professional Set-up: Approved vendors handle the entire process from permits to cleanup, allowing you to relax and enjoy the experience.
• Compliance with Local Laws: Unauthorized bonfires can result in fines or penalties. Vendors ensure all fires are conducted legally.

 

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To book a beachside fire, you must contact one of our city-approved vendors. For your convenience we've compiled a list of local vendors:

Agape Beach Service
Back Beach Rentals | Beach Bonfires | Bay County, FL, USA
Beach Bonfires | DaybyDay Beach Co
Beach Bonfires | Holiday Beach Rentals 
Endless Beach Rentals
Goin to the Beach
Beach Bonfires Panama City Beach | Light or Lite Up The Night Bonfires
Light Me Up Beach Bonfires
PCB Bonfires 
Premium Beach Rentals at Edgewater Beach Resort
Relax Beach Bonfires- Relax Beach 
Surf N Sun Recreation - Home 

 

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How to Become a Vendor:

1. Obtain a PCB Business Tax ID from the Business License Department
2. New applicants are subject to equipment inspections prior to the approval of permits.
   ○ The fire pit must not be larger than 3’ in diameter along with a fireproof container to carry the embers/coals off the beach.
   ○ A 5-pound (2A:10BC) fire extinguisher that is certified and tagged by a Florida Fire Extinguisher Company.
3. Review Ordinance 1616 and Beachside Fire Guidelines for Compliance.

How to Obtain a Bonfire Permit:
1. Fill out the online Beachside Fire Permit Application   
2. Submit your application to beachsidefire@pcbfl.gov in the below format.

Email Subject: BSF Request – property location – date
Body of email:  Property location
Date
Number of people attending
Number of pits
Vendor
Contact Phone Number

3. Pay your invoice through the secured Payment Portal.

 

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Follow the Rules
To keep our beaches beautiful and safe, follow these guidelines:
• Never leave your fire unattended.
• Keep a fire extinguisher nearby for quick extinguishing in the event of an emergency.
• Dispose of all trash and debris before leaving.

 

 

Seasonal Provisions:
• Turtle Nesting Season begins May 1st and extends through October 31st.
• During Turtle Nesting Season additional requirements for the event site may apply.
• No event will be held within 250 feet of a known turtle nesting site.

 

Questions? We’re Here to Help! 
If you have any questions about the process or need assistance, call Panama City Beach Fire Inspections Division.

• Phone: (850) 233-5100 ext.2413

• Email: beachsidefire@pcbfl.gov