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Open burning & fires — Delia, Alberta: Bylaw #520-1999 – The Open Burning Bylaw

In the Village of Delia, Alberta, open burning & fires rules are set by Bylaw #520-1999 – The Open Burning Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: $250.00 for no permit; up to $1,000.00 and/or up to 6 months imprisonment for other offences. A permit is required. Permit issuer: Fire Chief, his designate or Bylaw Enforcement Officer.

Bylaw #520-1999 – The Open Burning Bylaw adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 7(a)
permit issuer	Fire Chief, his designate or Bylaw Enforcement Officer	"permit issued by the Fire Chief, his designate or Bylaw Enforcement Officer"
allowed conditions	Recreational fires require no permit; outdoor/structure/incinerator fires require a subsisting fire permit.	s. 4(a)
fine range	$250.00 for no permit; up to $1,000.00 and/or up to 6 months imprisonment for other offences	s. 8(a); s. 8(b)

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Regulates open burning within Delia; amended by #547-2003.