Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the Village of Montrose, British Columbia, permit required: True; permit issuer: Village Municipal office; allowed conditions: Residential campfires permitted with permit; clean firewood, 0.5m max pit, attended, water nearby, no wind, backyard location required.; fines: $250.00, $500.00. Source: #786 Fire Prevention Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.
| permit required | True | s. 4(1) |
| permit issuer | Village Municipal office | s. 4(1) |
| allowed conditions | Residential campfires permitted with permit; clean firewood, 0.5m max pit, attended, water nearby, no wind, backyard location required. | s. 4(3) |
| fine range | $250.00, $500.00 | Schedule "A" |
Regulates fire prevention and open burning within the Village of Montrose.