Whether you are having a contained backyard fire or burning brush, you need to get a burn permit. Burn permits are valid from January 1 to December 31, yearly.
Burn permit fees
Burn permits cost $51. If you are purchasing the permit online, you can pay using Visa or MasterCard. Due to COVID-19, we are only taking online payments until further notice. Please note, propane and natural gas fire pits do not require a burn permit.
All application fees are non-refundable.
Fire regulations
Please follow all fire regulations to ensure your safety and to keep fires under control.
Outdoor fire container rules |
If you’re having an outdoor container fire, you need to:
View our fire container distance requirement before starting your fire. Make sure to position the fire 5 m (16.4 ft) away from:
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Brush fire rules |
Brush fires allow you to burn certain types of yard clippings and green waste. Before starting an open-air brush fire, contact the Fire Department. Brush fires must be in a fire pit or barrel/drum that is no larger than 1.2 m (4 feet) in length, width and height. Position your fire 15 m (50 feet) away from:
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Agricultural lands burn rules |
Before starting an agricultural lands burn, notify the Milton Fire Department. Your burn must be in open air and be no greater than 3 m (10 ft) in width, length and height. Position your agricultural burn 30 m (100 feet) away from:
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Permit requirements for renters
If you are renting your property, you need to get permission from the homeowner before you can get a burn permit or have a fire. The property owner must fill out and sign the Property Owner’s Permission to Burn Release and Indemnification form. You can submit the form by email, mail or drop it off to:
Milton Fire Station No. 3
610 Savoline Blvd.
Milton, ON
Open air fire safety
Check out our open air fire safety video to learn what you can do to protect your family and home while having an outdoor fire. You can also review the Open Air By-law for more information.
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