Open burning & fires — Holyrood, Newfoundland and Labrador
Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the Town of Holyrood, Newfoundland and Labrador, permit required: True; permit issuer: District Fire Chief at the Holyrood Fire Department; allowed conditions: Permit required for open-air fire; no permit needed to burn in a screened barrel or outdoor wood-burning unit on private property meeting stated setbacks (e.g. 15 m / 3.5 m from woods) on non-combustible base.; fines: fine not exceeding $5,000 dollars. Source: Town of Holyrood Open Air Fire Regulations, verified 2026-06-05.
Town of Holyrood Open Air Fire Regulations
adopted bylaw
permit required
True
s. 4.1
permit issuer
District Fire Chief at the Holyrood Fire Department
s. 4.1
allowed conditions
Permit required for open-air fire; no permit needed to burn in a screened barrel or outdoor wood-burning unit on private property meeting stated setbacks (e.g. 15 m / 3.5 m from woods) on non-combustible base.
s. 4.2; s. 4.3
fine range
fine not exceeding $5,000 dollars
s. 6.1
scout note
Open air fire regulations under s.414(2)(ee) of the Municipalities Act, 1999. Effective October 8, 2013. Requires a permit from the District Fire Chief. Barrel fires exempt if containment conditions met. Fines up to $5,000.