Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the Summer Village of Sunset Point, Alberta, permit required: True; permit issuer: Fire Chief, his designate or Peace Officer; allowed conditions: Recreational fires in compliant pits/fireplaces allowed without permit. Permits required for other outdoor fires. No burning during declared Fire Ban.; fines: $100.00 for a first offence and $200.00 for second and all subsequent offences. Source: Bylaw 301 — Open Burning Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.
Bylaw 301 — Open Burning Bylaw
adopted bylaw
permit required
True
s. 9(a)
permit issuer
Fire Chief, his designate or Peace Officer
s. 2(f)
allowed conditions
Recreational fires in compliant pits/fireplaces allowed without permit. Permits required for other outdoor fires. No burning during declared Fire Ban.
s. 4; s. 5(a)
fine range
$100.00 for a first offence and $200.00 for second and all subsequent offences
s. 9(a)
scout note
Regulates open burning activities, prohibited materials, and permit requirements within the Summer Village of Sunset Point.