| permit required | False | s. 3-4 |
| permit issuer | Fire Chief (for situations not otherwise defined, via special arrangement) | Authority s. 7 |
| allowed conditions | Permitted without permit: BBQ, acceptable appliance/chiminea, campfire in rural area; rural brush/agricultural burning Mar 15-Oct 15 per NS Forest Act, not within 100 m of other dwelling, 20 m of structure, supervised | s. 4(2); s. 4(6); s. 4(7) |
| fine range | $250-$5,000; Notice of Violation $100 | s. 8(1); s. 8(2) |
scout note
Governs open-air and outdoor burning across West Hants Regional Municipality. Sets out conditions, prohibitions, and permit requirements for outdoor fires.