Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?

Open burning & fires — Rothesay, New Brunswick

In the Town of Rothesay, New Brunswick, permit required: False; allowed conditions: Recreational fires permitted in contained area, dry seasoned wood, max 1 sq metre, attended at all times, means of extinguishment available, owner consent given.; fines: Administrative penalty up to $175; offence conviction minimum $1,500.00, maximum $5,200.00. Source: By-Law 3-20: Fire Prevention and Protection By-law (amended August 2024), verified 2026-06-05.

By-Law 3-20: Fire Prevention and Protection By-law (amended August 2024) adopted bylaw

permit required	False	s. 14 "Recreational fires are permitted within the Municipality provided the following conditions are complied with"
allowed conditions	Recreational fires permitted in contained area, dry seasoned wood, max 1 sq metre, attended at all times, means of extinguishment available, owner consent given.	s. 14(a)–(f)
fine range	Administrative penalty up to $175; offence conviction minimum $1,500.00, maximum $5,200.00	Schedule "A" (penalty up to $175); s. 39 (max $5,200.00); s. 41(e) (min $1,500.00)

scout note

Governs fire prevention and protection; regulates open burning and fireworks including prohibitions during burn bans. Amended Aug 28 2024; single enactment date not isolated -> null.