Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?

Open burning & fires — Carleton North, New Brunswick: Fire Protection and Prevention By-Law No. S-4

In the Town of Carleton North, New Brunswick, open burning & fires rules are set by Fire Protection and Prevention By-Law No. S-4, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: $100 (first offence) to $1000 (fourth offence or more; obstruction; failure to notify). A permit is required. Permit issuer: Public Safety Manager.

Fire Protection and Prevention By-Law No. S-4 adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 7.1
permit issuer	Public Safety Manager	s. 7.8.3
allowed conditions	Open-air outdoor fires require permit; residential organic burning allowed per NB Wildfire Index; 9AM–9PM; 15m from property line. Recreational fires (≤1.5m) need no permit.	s. 6.1; s. 7.6; s. 7.7
fine range	$100 (first offence) to $1000 (fourth offence or more; obstruction; failure to notify)	Appendix 1

scout note

Carleton North's fire protection and prevention by-law (S-4), read third time and enacted June 24, 2025. Governs open burning, burn permits, and fire safety standards across the District; repeals former Bath/Centreville/LSD fire bylaws.