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Permits are required for fire pits, outdoor fireplaces and barbecues (fire receptacles) for
the purpose of cooking or obtaining warmth, provided the appliances for cooking or obtaining
warmth are not used on the property of the resident, or in a public area at a location ap-
proved by the authority having jurisdiction. Manufactured and approved barbecues are
exempt.
Fire pits, outdoor fireplaces and barbecues shall meet the following requirements:
1. A minimum of 3 metres (10 feet) clearance shall be maintained from any buildings, prop-
erty lines, overhead wires, trees or any combustible materials.
2. Installations shall have enclosed sides, a minimum height of 450mm (18 inches
from ground level) and a maximum width of 900mm (36 inches).
3. Installations shall be made of bricks, concrete blocks, heavy gauge metal or other suitable
non-combustible components.
4. A spark arrestor mesh screen of ½ inch expanded metal (or equivalent) to contain
sparks shall be provided for over the fire.
5. Only clean fuel shall be used (clean, dry wood or charcoal).
6. Fires must be supervised at all times.
Refuse or waste materials shall not be burned as this will create dense smoke or of-
fensive odours.
Permits are issued by the Fire Department ph: 403-529-8282.
Burning Bylaw Fact Sheet
Medicine Hat Police Service
Municipal Bylaw & Enforcement Section
884 -2nd Street SE
Medicine Hat, AB
T1A 8H2
Phone: 403-529-8481
Fax: 403-529-8444
www.medicinehatpolice.com
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Medicine Hat Police Service
Municipal B ylaw & Enforcement Section