Burn Permits
Any burning outside an approved fire pit requires a burn (fire) permit.
Any person wishing to obtain a fire permit must apply to the Fire Department via the online form below or by phone and email:
Fire Permit applications may require an inspection of the area before approval.
Failure to comply with these regulations may result in charges or a fine.
Any residents living in Foothills County must apply for a burn permit on their website.
Fire Pits
Burn permits are required except when using acceptable outdoor fire pits. Acceptable fire pits meet the following criteria:
- must only be used for recreational fires;
- must maintain a minimum 3 metre separation from buildings, property lines and combustible material;
- must be enclosed with sides made from bricks, concrete blocks, heavy gauge metal or other non-combustible material accepted by the Fire Chief;
- must be equipped with a screen cover sufficient to contain and reduce airborne sparks;
- must not exceed a height of 0.6 metres when measured from the lowest point of the surrounding grade to the top of the pit opening; and,
- must not have an opening exceeding a width, length or diameter of 1 metre.
Fireworks
Launching of private fireworks is strictly prohibited in the Town of Diamond Valley except by permit. Contact the Fire Department to apply for a permit.
Fire Bylaw
Click here for a copy of the current Fire Bylaw