Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?

Open burning & fires — Nakusp, British Columbia: Village of Nakusp Bylaw No. 588, Fire Regulations (Fire Department and fire regulations)

In the Village of Nakusp, British Columbia, open burning & fires rules are set by Village of Nakusp Bylaw No. 588, Fire Regulations (Fire Department and fire regulations), verified 2026-10-26. Fines: not exceeding $200 for the first offence and not exceeding $1,000 for each subsequent offence. A permit is required. Permit issuer: Public Safety Officer.

Village of Nakusp Bylaw No. 588, Fire Regulations (Fire Department and fire regulations) adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 14(a)
permit issuer	Public Safety Officer	s. 14(a)
allowed conditions	Campfires excepted; daylight; backyard; one-week renewable permit; 3 m from combustibles; 30 m from flammable liquids/fuel tanks; max 1 m square/high; no leaves/grass/garbage; pit/mineral soil; special permit for clearing/larger fires.	s. 14(a), (b), (d)
fine range	not exceeding $200 for the first offence and not exceeding $1,000 for each subsequent offence	s. 17

scout note

Section 14 Outdoor Fires: Burning Permit from the Public Safety Officer (Schedule F) required for any open-air fire except a campfire; year-round, one-week renewable permits; daylight hours; back-yard burning only; no leaves/grass/garbage; 3 m clearance, max 1 m x 1 m; fire pit or mineral soil. Fine up to $200.