Open burning & fires — Springdale, Newfoundland and Labrador
Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the Town of Springdale, Newfoundland and Labrador, permit required: True; permit issuer: Minister or Minister's designate under the Forestry Act (provincial burn permit for clearing land/brush on or within 300m of forest land during forest fire season); allowed conditions: Fire allowed without permit in an incinerator, outdoor fireplace, covered barrel, or outdoor wood-burning unit meeting stated conditions; prohibited when fire weather index is high or extreme.; fines: first offence not less than $100.00 and not more than $1,000.00; subsequent not less than $1,000.00 and not more than $2,000.00. Source: Open Fire By-Law - Town of Springdale, verified 2026-06-05.
Open Fire By-Law - Town of Springdale
adopted bylaw
permit required
True
Permits a.
permit issuer
Minister or Minister's designate under the Forestry Act (provincial burn permit for clearing land/brush on or within 300m of forest land during forest fire season)
Permits a.
allowed conditions
Fire allowed without permit in an incinerator, outdoor fireplace, covered barrel, or outdoor wood-burning unit meeting stated conditions; prohibited when fire weather index is high or extreme.
Permits c. and Prohibition
fine range
first offence not less than $100.00 and not more than $1,000.00; subsequent not less than $1,000.00 and not more than $2,000.00
Offence i. and ii.
scout note
Regulates open-air fires, incinerators, and outdoor fireplaces. Approved June 9, 2025; effective June 10, 2025. Requires permits for forest fire season.