NEWS RELEASE
TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGWATER
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All outdoor burning in Springwater requires a burn permit, including open air burning located on agricultural properties.
Open Air Burn Permits are available for rural properties within Springwater and can be obtained by contacting Springwater Fire & Emergency Services directly to access an application. Prior to a permit being issued, a site inspection must be completed by the Fire Chief or designate, to ensure that the property is suitable for an open air burn and that all rules and restrictions are being adhered to.
The cost of a burn permit is $15 and is valid for the calendar year. In the case of multiple agricultural properties owned by one individual or corporation, a permit is required for each property in which burning is to take place.
The following rules and restrictions are in place for open air burning in Springwater:
- Burning is only permitted between sunrise and sunset.
- There must 30 meters of clearance from the fire and the nearest structure.
- No more than 2 cubic meters of material is permitted to be burned at any one time, unless authorized by the Fire Department.
- Only dry materials are permitted to be burned.
- Burning of petroleum products, plastic, rubber or anything that will cause excessive smoke is prohibited.
- A responsible adult must stay with the fire at all times.
- Proper fire extinguishing tools must be kept on site at all times.
- Burning during a fire ban, snow, fog, air quality advisory or when wind speeds cause excessive smoke (i.e. over 20 km per hour or frequently changing direction) is strictly prohibited. It is the responsibility of the permit holder to check the fire danger rating.
- Fires must be kept at least 15 meters away from combustible materials.
For additional information on Open Air Burn Permits visit www.springwater.ca/burnpermit or contact Springwater Fire & Emergency Services at 705-728-4784 Ext. 2016.
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