This is the exact embedded text of the captured official document.
Snapshot fedd403dd860 · verified 2026-10-26 ·
original document ·
archived snapshot ·
unofficial consolidation, the official version is held by the municipal clerk.
BURNING PERMITS
-
In all instances when a burning permit is issued, a competent adult shall have the fire under constant
supervision and ensure that equipment for fire control is readily available. (i.e. a charged garden hose with
a spray nozzle)
-
The Fire Chief, at his discretion, may issue a burning permit for after hours when special circumstances
arise.
-
All burning permits are subject to restrictions, fines, and or cancellation by the Fire Chief at any time.
-
Fire Department personnel or equipment require clear free access to property.
-
Lot or house numbers to be displayed at roadside.
ANNUAL PERMITS
FIRES UP TO 3' X 3' X 3'
A permit must be requested and a permit fee of $25.00 annually is required for all open 3' x 3' x 3' fires,
incinerators, and outdoor fire appliances.
-
An open fire, 3' x 3' x3', shall be located at least 25' from any structures or combustibles.
INCINERATORS
-
An incinerator shall be maintained in a condition that provides for the proper combustion of any material
being burned. Incinerators need to be emptied on a regular basis ensuring that good combustion of
materials can take place preventing nuisance smoke.
-
Incinerators, whether metal, stone, or brick, shall have a screen or grill with mesh less than 3/8" to restrict
any sparks or flying debris.
-
An incinerator shall be located at least 10' from any structures or combustibles.
OUTDOOR FIRE APPLIANCES
-
All outdoor fire appliances are to be used specifically for cooking and quiet enjoyment, providing that the
fire is contained in a device or fixture designed for such purposes and the fire is only burning clean and dry
wood or charcoal, not burning yard or household debris.
-
An outdoor fire appliances shall be located no closer than 10' from any building, and no closer than 25'
from the property line.
-
The allowed hours of operation are between sunrise and 10:00 p.m. daily.
-
There shall be no use of any outdoor fire appliance when the Provincial fire ban is in effect. Please check
the Fire Department website or call the Fire Department for updates when conditions are dry.
FIRES UP TO 10' x 10' x 10'
A permit must be requested and a permit fee of $35.00 annually is required for all open fires up to 10'x10'x10'.
-
All piles up to 10' x 10' x 10' must be a minimum 25' from a property line and 50' from any structures or
combustibles.
MACHINE STACK PILE - LARGER THAN 10' X 10'
A permit must be requested and a permit fee up to $200.00 will be charged for each pile.
-
All piles larger than 10' x 10' x 10' must be a minimum 50' from a property line and 100' from structures.
-
Prior to lighting, you must ensure the Provincial Atmospheric Venting Index is rated GOOD on the day
of burning by checking the Fire Department website at www.northsaanich.ca/outdoor-burning .
Over ➔
PROHIBITED BURNING MATERIALS
Asphalt Products
Biomedical Waste
All Leaves
Domestic Waste
Dry Wall
Flammable Liquids
Manure
Fuel & Lubricant Containers
Paint
All Plastics
Mattresses, Couches
Rubber
Green Grass & Weeds
Tar Paper
Tires
Treated Lumber
BURNING TIMES
-
Open air burning shall only take place on the first and third consecutive Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
during the burning season from sunrise to sunset.
-
No burning is allowed in the Dean Park area located west of East Saanich Road, south of Forest Park Drive
(both sides, including Texada Terrace) to the southern border of the District with the exception of outdoor
appliances.
-
Weed torches are not permitted as they are used in the burning of prohibited materials.
SMOKE
-
No person shall cause or allow the emission of smoke from a solid fuel burning device, or an open fire,
which create large thick amounts of smoke. Violators will be progressively penalized restricting their days of
burning and or revoking their permits if warranted by the Fire Chief.
-
Apart from first lighting the fire or when the fire is re-stoked, the fire shall burn as hot as possible with good
combustion and create the least amount of smoke.
-
All fires should be burnt in the shortest time frame as possible, with consideration of the surrounding
residents.
ALTERNATIVES TO BURNING
The Municipal Green Waste Drop-off, located on Littlewood Road, behind the Legion on Mills Road, will be
open the first and third Saturday and the second and fourth Thursday of every month from 8:00 a.m. until noon.
This program is for properties located in North Saanich to drop off burnable materials including grass and
garden clippings. Fees are in effect. Please see the website for current rates. Driver's licenses will be checked
to verify residency. Please visit www.northsaanich.ca/green-waste for a complete schedule.
In addition to the municipal drop-off being available, local companies including DL's Bins and Recycling Centre,
Peninsula Landscape Supplies, Ellice Recycling, and Hartland Yard and Garden Waste will receive yard
materials at a cost.
Fire Department after hours non-emergency Duty Officer.......1-877-537-6725
If you require any further information on the burning regulations in the District of North Saanich, such as burn
site areas or incinerator inspections, please do not hesitate to call the fire department or visit our website at:
www.northsaanich.ca/outdoor-burning
North Saanich Fire Department 250-656-1931
Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
[email protected]
North Saanich Fire Department @dns_fire
September 2024