Fire Department

Guidelines for Permanent Fire Pits

map 1. Only clean fuel (wood) is to be burned. The burning of grass, yard waste, treated or painted wood, garbage, etc. is not allowed. Fires must be attended at all times. Fires must be completely extinguished at the end of each use.
2. The burn pit/barbecue is to be located at least 3.05m (10 ft) from any combustibles, i.e. buildings, fences, trees, tree overhangs, etc.
3. The burn pit/barbecue shall be located on a non-combustible base.
4. The burn pit/barbecue shall have non-combustible sides with a minimum height of 30 cm (12 inches) above ground level.
5. A screen with openings of no more than ½" square shall be placed over the pit and must be used at all times.
6. The cooking surface may not exceed 3871 cm2 (600 sq. in.)
7. Freestanding fireplaces will be evaluated on an individual basis with regards to these regulations.

Permits are $20.00 and can be picked up at the Town Office during regular business hours.

Failure to adhere to these regulations may result in the permit being revoked.

Operation of a burn pit/barbecue without a valid permit may result in a fine of $100.

For further information, please call the Fire Hall at 778-2342 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.