Burn Permits

The Town of Whitecourt requires residential and industrial customers to obtain a Temporary Burn Permit prior to burning any clean brush or other vegetation that may have accumulated on the property.  For more information contact the Town Office.  Temporary Burn Permits cost $20.00.  Time restrictions and other permit guidelines will be imposed by the Fire Department on a case-by-case basis.

Fire Pit Permits

The Town of Whitecourt requires residents to apply for a permit for all outdoor permanent fire pits.

• Fire Pit Permits cost $20.00.
• Permanent Fire Pit Permits are issued to the property.  So if ownership changes, the new residents are not required to re-apply.
• Permits are only issued to property owners, or to renters who have the owner’s written consent.

Once you have constructed a permanent fire pit on your property, visit the Town Office to apply for a Permit.  You will be required to pay a one-time $20.00 administration fee and complete an application form.  The Fire Department will do a physical inspection of the fire pit installation and issue a permit if the device or pit meets the guidelines.

Permanent Fire Pit Guidelines:

1. Only clean fuel (wood) is to be burned. The burning of grass, yard waste, treated or painted wood, garbage, etc. is not allowed. Fires must be attended at all times. Fires must be completely extinguished at the end of each use.
2. The burn pit/barbecue is to be located at least 3.05m (10ft) from any combustibles, i.e. buildings, fences, trees, tree overhangs, etc.
3. The burn pit/barbecue shall be located on a non-combustible base.
4. The burn pit/barbecue shall have non-combustible sides with a minimum height of 30cm (12in.) above ground level.
5. A screen with openings of no more than ½" square shall be placed over the pit and must be used at all times.
6. The cooking surface may not exceed 3,871cm2 (600 sq. in.).
7. Freestanding fireplaces will be evaluated on an individual basis with regards to these regulations.

Failure to adhere to these regulations may result in the permit being revoked.

Operation without a valid permit may result in a fine of $100.