Open burning & fires — Alfred and Plantagenet, Ontario
Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the Township of Alfred and Plantagenet, Ontario, open burning & fires rules are set by Fire Prevention and Safety - Open-Air Fire, verified 2026-09-27. A permit is required. Permit issuer: Municipal Law Enforcement Officer. Allowed conditions: Permit needed if >1sqm base or >1cum volume. Rear yard only. Dry firewood only. No smog, drought, or night burning (if permitted). Minimum distances apply.
Fire Prevention and Safety - Open-Air Fire
adopted bylaw
permit required
yes
without first obtaining an open air fire permit
permit issuer
Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
Municipal Law Enforcement Officer is hereby authorized to: 1. Issue
allowed conditions
Permit needed if >1sqm base or >1cum volume. Rear yard only. Dry firewood only. No smog, drought, or night burning (if permitted). Minimum distances apply.
s. 2, 14, 15, 16, 18
scout note
Open-air burning by-law governing permits, seasons, and fire safety; By-law 2010-86 passed on 2010-09-07.