Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the Town of Drumheller, Alberta, permit required: True; permit issuer: Fire Chief; allowed conditions: Outdoor fire allowed with permit. Recreational fire (acceptable pit/fireplace, dry wood/gas/propane) exempt if controlled, supervised, extinguishing means, flame <=1m.; fines: not less than the specified penalty established in Schedule "A"; not exceeding $10,000.00. Source: Fire Bylaw #25.24, verified 2026-06-08.
Fire Bylaw #25.24
adopted bylaw
permit required
True
s. 5.1(b)
permit issuer
Fire Chief
s. 5.2(c)
allowed conditions
Outdoor fire allowed with permit. Recreational fire (acceptable pit/fireplace, dry wood/gas/propane) exempt if controlled, supervised, extinguishing means, flame <=1m.
s. 5.1(b), s. 5.1(c), s. 2.1(ii)
fine range
not less than the specified penalty established in Schedule "A"; not exceeding $10,000.00
s. 10.2(d)
scout note
Regulates fire safety, open burning restrictions, and fire prevention within Drumheller.