Types of Fires and Zoning
There are four types of open air fires permitted in different parts of our municipality as outlined in the Open air fire by-law.
Campfires |
Campfires are fires without a screened mesh cover and:
They must:
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Screened fire pits |
Screened fire pits are different from campfires because they are completely covered by a heavy metal screen to stop sparks and embers from escaping. They are permitted in all parts of the municipality and require a:
They must:
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Screened outdoor fireplaces |
Screened outdoor fireplaces are a manufactured container made of noncombustible materials and are used to burn wood for decorative purposes, e.g. chimneys. They are permitted in all areas of our municipality and require a:
They must:
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Burn barrels |
Burn barrels are non-combustible, enclosed container barrels used to burn small branches and pieces of wood. They:
They must:
Fires in an uncovered burn barrel have the same rules and requirements as campfires. |
Contact Us |
Clarence-Rockland Fire Department burnpermits@clarence-rockland.com 613-446-6022 |