Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the Town of Oyen, Alberta, permit required: True; permit issuer: authority having jurisdiction; allowed conditions: Permits not required for fire pits, outdoor fireplaces, stationary barbeques meeting standards, or portable barbecues operated by LPG, natural gas, briquettes, or charcoal for cooking or warmth.; fines: not less than $500.00 nor more than $10,000.00. Source: 911-23 FIRE BYLAW, verified 2026-06-08.
911-23 FIRE BYLAW
adopted bylaw
permit required
True
s. 8.1
permit issuer
authority having jurisdiction
s. 8.2
allowed conditions
Permits not required for fire pits, outdoor fireplaces, stationary barbeques meeting standards, or portable barbecues operated by LPG, natural gas, briquettes, or charcoal for cooking or warmth.
s. 9.1; s. 9.2
fine range
not less than $500.00 nor more than $10,000.00
s. 13.1
scout note
Regulates fire services, open burning, and fire safety requirements in the Town of Oyen.