Burning and fire permits
Leduc County issues free fire permits to individuals conducting open burns between March 1 and Oct. 31. If you'd like to have a contained fire (in an approved fire pit or burn barrel), you don't need a fire permit.
Fire permits
You can get a fire permit at no charge from a designated fire guardian in Leduc County.
Business representatives who wish to have an open fire in the Nisku Business Park can apply for a fire permit online. Note: online fire permits are only available in Nisku.
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Fire guardians are volunteers in the community. As a result, they may not be able to respond to requests immediately. Contact a fire guardian in your fire district to get your permit; Leduc County councillors are also fire guardians.
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Open burning is allowed in the county, except in the following areas, as listed in the Fire Services bylaw:
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Fire permit holders are allowed to burn the following materials:
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You can't burn the following materials, even with a fire permit:
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Fire bans and restrictions
View the current fire advisories and bans in Alberta before you have an open or contained outdoor fire in Leduc County. Failure to comply with advisories, restrictions or bans could result in fines. Fire advisories, restrictions and bans are issued based on a variety of factors, including:
- weather conditions
- feedback from residents
- fire conditions throughout the region and province
Fire advisories, restrictions and bans do not apply to fires contained in cooking and heating appliances fueled by liquid fuel, such as propane or natural gas.
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A fire advisory is generally an indication that a fire restriction or ban may be implemented. If a fire advisory is issued, certain restrictions may be placed on burning. |
Fire restrictions |
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No open fires are allowed and all open fires burning when the restriction is issued must be extinguished immediately. The use of approved burn barrels or fire permits is allowed; however, you should use extreme caution. All fire permits are suspended, as per the Forest and Prairie Protection Act, and no new fire permits will be issued. |
Fire bans |
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No outdoor fires are allowed, including open fires, fires used for cooking and warmth, or fires contained to burn barrels and fire pits. All outdoor fires burning when the ban is issued must be extinguished immediately. All fire permits are suspended, as per the Forest and Prairie Protection Act, and no new fire permits will be issued. The discharge of fireworks is not allowed. |
Contained burning
According to the Leduc County Fire Services bylaw, you can have a fire contained in a fire pit or burn barrel without a permit throughout the county, as long as it meets the below specifications.
Fire pit specifications |
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Acceptable fire pits are outdoor containers that meet the following specifications:
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Burn barrel specifications |
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Acceptable burn barrels are outdoor containers that meeting the following specifications:
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Ash disposal |
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To dispose of ash, place the ashes in a metal container and soak with water. Let the ashes sit for two-to-three days before disposal in a pit. |
Fireworks
Leduc County's Low-Hazard Fireworks bylaw includes requirements for selling, storing, purchasing and discharging fireworks by individuals over the age of 18.
If you want to purchase or discharge fireworks, you need to receive written permission the fire chief, or his designate. Written permission is valid for 365 days from the date of issue and can be used to make multiple purchases. Contact Leduc County Fire Services to obtain permission.
Safety precautions
Use extreme caution when discharging low-hazard fireworks and follow all guidelines provided with your written permission. Be sure to take into consideration your neighbours and any livestock in the area that may be impacted by the fireworks.