I, as an applicant for setting open air fires in the Township of Wellington North, agree to the following terms, set out in By-law Number 057-16 (PDF) :
- The fire must be under the care and control of an individual (18 years of age) from the time of lighting until it is completely extinguished.
- The fire must not be planned, lit or ignited closer than 30 m (100 ft) from any building, structure, hedge, fence, road or overhead wire or obstruction of any nature.
- If the Fire Pit or Fire Pit Area is larger than an area of 3 m x 3 m x 2 m high (10 ft x 10 ft x 6.5’ high), the Fire Chief or designate must inspect the pile prior to burning
- Appropriate extinguishing agents will be on-hand at all times during the preparation of the fire, while the fire is underway, and until the fire is fully and completely extinguished.
- Wood, organic materials and paper products are the only material that may be burned.
- The following materials may not be burned under any circumstances: household garbage, tires, paint, asphalt products, roofing materials, chemical waste, rubber, coated wire, plastic, combustible cylinders, aerosol cans and petroleum based products.
- Other provincial legislation may have an impact on your fire and the conditions of your burn.
- The fire must not in any way cause discomfort, danger, irritation and/or nuisance for other residents.
- An approved/valid permit is valid for the calendar year.
- The applicant must be the registered owner of the property or agent authorized in writing.
- A permit will not be issued for a property that does not have a posted 911 Number.
- The Fire Chief or designate may issue a total ban on Open Air burning if conditions warrant.
- There is no need to call the fire station before you burn provided you have an approved/valid permit.
