Flip Book - Fire Prevention
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Information on backyard fire pits and fireplace bylaws in Edmonton, including their construction, use and what you can burn.
Backyard fire pits and fireplaces are a great way to enjoy the outdoors, but they can be dangerous and the smoke and noise can disturb your neighbours.
Fire pits are regulated under the Community Standards Bylaw. Here are a few things you need to do to make sure your fire is safe and legal.
Within Edmonton city limits, fire pits must:
The only things that can be burned in an outdoor fire pit are:
The only things that can be burned in an outdoor fireplace are:
Burning yard waste, garbage, paper or anything that might create too much smoke or toxic smoke is prohibited.
While you may enjoy the smell of wood smoke, not everyone does. Some medical conditions are aggravated by smoke. Make sure that your fire is small and burning clean, dry fuels to limit the amount of smoke drifting on to your neighbours' property.
It is also important to limit the noise from around the fire pit, especially late at night.
Before starting a fire, check to make sure there are no fire bans in your area. The provincial department of Sustainable Resource Development provides information about every Alberta Fire Ban.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) advises citizens to never leave a fire unattended, even for a short period of time.
For gas fire pits, be sure to turn off the fuel source after use.
For wood-burning fire pits:
If you have a concern about a fire pit:
After you call 311, the City takes these steps to help with your issue:
If you believe a burning fire is dangerous, call 911 and Fire Rescue Services will respond immediately.
The information you provide will be used to process your complaint, but your name and address will not be made available to anyone else. For more information on how the City protects your privacy visit Freedom of Information and Privacy.
Telephone |
In Edmonton: 311 |
TTY | 780-944-5555 |
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efrsinfo@edmonton.ca |
Telephone | In Edmonton: 311 Outside Edmonton: 780-442-5311 |
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Online | Contact 311 Online |
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